Bus Driver, Paratransit

Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee County's LeeTran is looking for dedicated individuals to join as Transit Bus Drivers. This year-round position offers full-time opportunities with on-the-job training and advancement potential. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and a high school diploma or equivalent, ensuring safe and reliable transport for passengers. Join us and make a meaningful impact in our community!

Benefits

Full medical insurance

Florida Retirement System options

Opportunities for voluntary overtime

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely while complying with traffic regulations.
• Assist customers with route information and fare collection.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintain safety checks.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Compliance

Navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Mobile Data Tablets

Job description

LeeTran is seeking to hire professional individuals to join our LeeTran family and make a difference in our community. This is a year-round position with opportunities for full-time and future advancement .

Why Join Us:

• Full medical insurance effective on the first of the month following date of hire
• Florida Retirement System: Pension or Investment retirement plans
• Anticipate 40+ hours per week
• Opportunities for voluntary overtime
• On-the-job training to help you achieve your goals

• Transports passengers in a safe and timely manner while complying with local traffic regulations.
• Loads, secures, and unloadspassengers at stops; meets and greets passengers in a courteous manner.
• Assists customers by providing route information; collects fares; regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Maintains familiarity and compliance with ADA requirements; provides safe transport of disabled passengers by securing wheelchairs and escorting passengers to and from the vehicle; monitors and ensures the safety of all passengers.
• Performs vehicle and equipment inspection, including general maintenance and safety checks.
• Completes daily fare reconciliation, reports, and paperwork.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED.
• Will be required to undergo a fingerprint based background check in addition to the standard Consumer Report based background check that is required for all conditional offers of employment.

Driver’s License :

• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Safety-Sensitive Position :

• Transit Bus Drivers must be able to pass a Florida Department of Transportation Medical Examination and maintain a current medical card. This is a safety-sensitive position that is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing as provided in DOT regulation CFR-Part 40, 49 CFR Part 655.

• Must be able to exercise independent judgment in daily activities and be sensitive to passengers with various disabilities on a daily basis.
• Ability to utilize onboard technology, including mobile data tablets and GPS.
• Must be able to drive in all weather conditions and in darkness.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to the public and fellow employees.
• One year of experience in the operation of a bus or heavy automotive equipment is preferred.

Operating schedule:

• LeeTran operates seven days a week, including some holidays. Normal hours of operation are 4:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m., with extended hours during seasonal service.
  • Shifts and assignments:Day and evening shifts available. Shift schedules vary, and routes are selected by seniority at least semi-annually. Employees must be able to work any job assignment scheduled.
  • Shift differential:Evening shifts offer additional compensation through shift differential.