Bus Driver PT (Parks)

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 23,543 - 29,425; Part time

Job summary

The City of Arlington seeks a part-time Bus Driver under general supervision. This role involves transporting seniors for the Senior Adult Travel Program, emphasizing safety and efficiency.

Candidates must possess a valid Texas Class B Driver’s License and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include driving a passenger bus, ensuring quality service, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Ideal for those with strong communication skills and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic and road conditions to safely drive a bus.
• Ability to assist senior adult passengers with various needs.
• Ability to read and interpret maps and signage.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers for the Senior Adult Travel Program.
• Comply with vehicle maintenance and reporting standards.
• Maintain effective communication with passengers.

Skills

Knowledge of streets and public facilities in the city

Skill in making simple math calculations

Skill in responding to emergency situations

Skill in communicating with City employees and the public

Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Texas Operator’s License, Class B

Job description

Salary: $17.09 - $21.36 per hour, part‑time position.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the part‑time Bus Driver for Parks is responsible for transporting passengers for the Senior Adult Travel Program. Incumbents must transport passengers to and from events in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Drive a 26‑passenger bus in a safe and efficient manner through various traffic and road conditions.
• Comprehend and follow road maps, signage, and written and verbal instructions to ensure an effective travel experience for customers.
• Aid passengers relative to boarding and various information needs.
• Complete various reports concerning travel destinations, travel mileage, passenger counts, vehicle condition, and maintenance needs.
• Maintain an effective level of service and communication with passengers and program support staff to ensure quality customer service.
• Assist customers and chaperone as needed during trips.

Other Job Functions

• Fuel a vehicle at commercial and City‑owned fueling sites.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of streets and public facilities in the city and surrounding metro areas.
• Skill in making simple math calculations.
• Skill in reading and interpreting maps, directional signage, and other roadway signs.
• Skill in responding to emergency situations by applying established procedures.
• Skill in recognizing proper vehicle condition before operating.
• Skill in communicating with other City employees and the public by oral and written means, including use of a cellular telephone.
• Ability to be empathetic and cognizant of problems senior adults may experience as part of a travel program.
• Ability to maneuver a large transit vehicle safely through traffic.
• Ability to receive and effectively process detailed information through written and oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to driving, seeing, carrying, pushing, and writing.
• Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate a passenger bus with up to 26 riders.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to maintain a good driving record.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possession of a valid Texas Operator’s License, Class B.

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities.