Bus Driver - Transit (open until filled)

City of Arvin; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arvin is seeking a bus driver to transport passengers along designated routes, adhere to time schedules, and comply with Department regulations. The role includes daily pre-trips, passenger logs, and reporting maintenance needs to the Transit Manager.

The position involves maintaining buses, supporting CHP inspections, and occasionally covering Dispatcher duties. Applicants must hold a High School diploma or GED, possess a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, a valid DOT Medical

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and California Vehicle Code.
• Ability to drive bus safely, maintain order, and learn routes.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus to transport passengers on designated routes and adhere to schedules and regulations.
• Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain passenger logs.
• Inform Transit Manager of maintenance needs and incidents.
• Wash and maintain buses and ensure in-service hours are met.
• Assist in preparing for CHP inspection and fill in for Dispatcher when needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle Code knowledge

Public order

Route navigation

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

General Public Para-transit Certificate

Transit Training (DL260A)

Class B CDL (with passenger endorsement)

DOT Medical Certificate

Job description

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Drive a bus to transport passengers to their destinations using designated routes in accordance with time schedules and Department regulations.
2. Maintain daily pre-trip for buses.
3. Maintain daily passenger logs.
4. Inform Transit Manager when bus is in need of maintenance.
5. Wash and maintain buses.
6. Ensure in-service hours are met.
7. Assist in preparation for annual CHP inspection.
8. Fill in for Dispatcher when needed.
9. Willing to work any shift as needed.
10. Prompt notification to Transportation Manager/Director for any incidents that occur.
11. Maintain CDL license good standing and uphold CA Commercial Driver Handbook.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or GED certificate.
2. Knowledge of safe driving practices; knowledge of the provisions of the California Vehicle Code; ability to drive a bus safely and efficiently; ability to maintain order among the public; ability to recognize malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate action; ability to learn a designated bus route, including stops and traffic hazards; ability to maintain simple records; ability to follow written and oral directions; and ability to work cooperatively with others.
3. Submit to pre-employment and random drug testing.
4. Possess a current General Public Para-transit Certificate
5. Possess a certificate of Transit Training (DL260A) for the Transit Driver.
6. Requisite reading, mathematical, written language, and verbal skills in order to perform the essential functions of the job as listed in Section VIII.
7. Possess a valid Class B (air brakes) California driver’s license with passenger endorsement and a driving record acceptable to the Department’s insurance underwriter.
8. Possess a current Department of Transportation Medical Certificate

Position is eligible for benefits in accordance with City policy.