Bus Driver - PT

La Plata County; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

La Plata County seeks a part-time driver to transport senior and ADA passengers in Durango, CO. The role involves operating buses and vans on fixed routes, assisting riders, and maintaining safety and records. A CDL, CPR, and AED certifications are required or pursued as part of the job. Regular training and excellent customer service are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• CDL license required; CPR and AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers, including ADA passengers, using county vehicles.
• Operate vehicles on designated routes per schedule.
• Maintain records of money collected, ticket counts, and passenger data.
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness and safety; perform pre-trip and post-trip checks.
• Assist passengers with door-to-door transport and mobility aids.
• Provide excellent customer service and public relations.
• Comply with La Plata County transportation policies and procedures.

Skills

Defensive driving

Public interaction

Recordkeeping

Vehicle operation

Communication (oral & written)

Mathematics

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

Operates various vehicles and transports senior passengers throughout La Plata County including ADA passengers; performs a variety of tasks related to vehicle operations and transportation to ensure compliance with safety requirements and regulations; provides a high level of customer service and public relations activities related to providing services to seniors.

This is a part time, variable hour position.

Essential functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible.

Operates, buses, vans and other County vehicles to transport passengers, including ADA passengers according to federal regulations.

Operates vehicles on a designated route according to established time schedule using defensive driving techniques.

Maintains records on money collected and ticket counts; records information on the number and type of passengers, fuel, mileage, and related information.

Ensures cleanliness and safety of bus throughout shift, and washes transit fleet as needed

Performs pre-trip and post-trip, safety and maintenance checks on vehicles; identifies defects and document on appropriate form.

Assist Passengers Door- to-Door Transport seniors as directed; ie: from home to meal sites, medical appointments, shopping, post office and recreation activities. Transports and delivers meals to home-bound seniors.

Assists passengers requiring special assistance, including operating wheel chair lifts, walkers and restraints (for individuals weighing 100-250 lbs).

Performs a variety of tasks as assigned by Lead Driver and Senior Center Director.

Provides a high level of customer service and public relations at all times.

Ensures compliance of the Durango La Plata Senior Services Policy and Procedures for Transportation services.

Participates in and utilizes knowledge and skills learned in on-going training.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

General Office Equipment, computers, wheelchairs, vehicles including buses and ADA lifts

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED; and,

One year of related experience; or,

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Driver's License (CDL required)

CPR Certification

Defibrillator AED Certification

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics of vehicles.

Basic record keeping principles and practices.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Standard vehicle safety procedures.

Recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.

Skill in:

Operating a large vehicle in varied weather and road conditions

Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines, sometimes in stressful situations.

Working effectively with the public.

Performing appropriate preventative maintenance checks on vehicles.

Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Using mathematics

Basic Computer Skills

Ability to:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, maps, and so forth.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Non-Discrimination and EEO Statement

La Plata County prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with La Plata County on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or genetic information.

La Plata County is an equal opportunity employer and assures equal employment opportunities for protected classes, persons with disabilities and for covered veterans. Covered veterans include: special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge was authorized.

Inquiries regarding La Plata County's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to:

Director of Human Resources

1101 E 2nd Avenue

Durango, CO 81301

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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