Bus Driver, Paratransit

Xxx; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting after hire

Florida Retirement System options

Job summary

Lee County is seeking friendly and responsible bus drivers to help people get where they need to go safely. This year-round role anticipates 40 hours per week with opportunities for advancement into a full-time position.

Driver responsibilities include safe passenger transport, fare collection, assisting riders, enforcing ADA accessibility, and maintaining vehicle safety. Training is provided on the job, with benefits starting after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or similar experience).
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Pass Florida DOT Medical Exam and keep a current medical card.
• Pass fingerprint and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Drive passengers safely to pick up and drop off locations, escorting them to and from the vehicle.
• Help passengers with questions and collect fares.
• Make sure the bus is comfortable (heat, air, lighting).
• Follow ADA rules and help passengers with disabilities, including securing wheelchairs.
• Check your bus and equipment for safety and general maintenance needs.
• Complete daily reports and paperwork.
• Use bus technology like tablets and GPS.
• Do other duties as assigned.

Skills

One year bus driving experience

Lee County road knowledge

Weather/night driving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

LeeTran is looking for friendly and responsible bus drivers. You will help people get where they need to go safely. This is a year-round job anticipating 40 hours per week with opportunities for advancement into a full-time position.

LeeTran is looking for friendly and responsible bus drivers. You will help people get where they need to go safely. This is a year-round job anticipating 40 hours per week with opportunities for advancement into a full-time position. This job is great for people who like working with the public, enjoy helping others, and can follow rules while staying safe on the road.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Drive passengers safely to pick up and drop off locations, escorting them to and from the vehicle
• Help passengers with questions and collect fares
• Make sure the bus is comfortable (heat, air, lighting)
• Follow ADA rules and help passengers with disabilities, including securing wheelchairs
• Check your bus and equipment for safety and general maintenance needs
• Complete daily reports and paperwork
• Use bus technology like tablets and GPS
• Do other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED (or similar experience)
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Ability to pass a Florida DOT Medical Exam and keep a current medical card
• Pass fingerprint and background checks

Preferred Skills

• One year of experience driving a bus or large vehicle
• Knowledge of Lee County roads with the ability to follow navigation systems
• Ability to drive in all weather and at night
• Good customer service and communication skills

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 49 CFR Part 40 and 655.

Fingerprint Screening Requirement

• This position requires a fingerprint-based background check, as required by law. The screening reviews criminal history and other legally permitted information. Applicants who do not meet the screening requirements will not be eligible for employment. Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Schedule & Training

• LeeTran runs 7 days a week, including some holidays (4:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
• Day and evening shifts available
• Shifts assigned by seniority
• Evening shifts pay extra with shift differential
• Training provided on the job

Why Join Us?

• Help people in your community every day
• Get training and learn new skills
• Work with a friendly team
• Benefits:
• Full medical insurance starting the first month after hire
• Florida Retirement System: Pension or Investment plans
• Voluntary overtime may be offered

About The Department

LeeTran provides safe, reliable, and accessible public transportation throughout Lee County. Our drivers help residents get to work, school, medical appointments, and more. The department is committed to safety, professional service, and supporting the community. Be part of a team that takes pride in making Lee County a better place!

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
• FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
• FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.