BUS DRIVER (PT)

City of Dearborn; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Dearborn operates a part-time transportation service for seniors, transporting passengers on designated routes. The role involves safety, courtesy, fare collection, and routine vehicle maintenance.

Requires a Michigan chauffeur license, map-reading ability, and the capacity to work varying hours with DOT-mandated medical and drug-screen requirements. Hours are approximately 20–25 per week at $16.00 per hour, with shifts differing by day.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Chauffeur’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read street maps and navigate unfamiliar routes quickly.
• Able to work in a time-structured environment and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Post-hire DOT medical examination may be required and random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate seven- to thirteen-passenger vehicle on designated routes.
• Assist seniors and disabled passengers boarding and exiting the vehicle.
• Collect fares and complete daily vehicle condition reports.
• Perform routine inspections, minor maintenance, and keep records.
• Communicate status and incidents via radio or other devices.

Skills

Chauffeur license

Customer service

Reading maps

Tools

GPS navigation

Vehicle inspection routines

Job description

RATE OF PAY: $16.00 per hourHOURS: Approximately 20 – 25 hours per week; Days and times will varyGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Under the general direction of the Senior Services Coordinator in the Recreation & Parks Department, operates seven- to thirteen-passenger vehicle to transport senior citizens, disabled, and other passengers over designated route. Responsible for safe, efficient and legal operation of vehicle; provides courteous assistance to passengers as needed. Must collect fares, and perform routine inspections and minor maintenance, and prepare reports on vehicles as required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Must be able to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodation).Drives vehicle over a designated route, including residential streets as well as major thoroughfares; makes frequent stops to board and discharge passengers.Assists disabled and senior citizen passengers in boarding and exiting vehicle, including securing wheelchairs to restraining devices as needed.Prepares daily records and reports of accidents, incidents and vehicle condition.May be required to operate radio or other communication device to report status of vehicle or interruptions in service.Required to clean and service vehicle with fuel.Demonstrate regular and predictable attendanceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and lawful manner.Ability to read a street map in finding unfamiliar locations quickly.Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision and to follow routine written and verbal instructions.Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills in responding to situations and notifying the proper authorities in a timely manner.Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public, including senior citizens and the disabled. Prior experience with senior citizens is a plus.Must meet physical requirements as specified by the Federal Dept. of Transportation for coach operators as determined by a post-hire medical examination.Must successfully complete post-hire SMART training program.Random drug testing.Ability to speak and read both Arabic and English preferred.NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:Must submit to a criminal history check (including sex offender registry if applicable), driving record check, drug screen, and physical prior to start.Possession of valid Michigan Chauffeur’s driver license and good driving record required.Verification of satisfactory driving record (including no more than three (3) current points)