Bus Operator - G121

Columbus, Georgia; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated transit bus operator to ensure safe and efficient transportation for passengers. This role involves conducting pre-trip inspections, assisting passengers, and maintaining schedules while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of traffic regulations and have the ability to provide excellent customer service. Join a team committed to public safety and community service, where your contributions will make a significant impact on daily commutes and the overall experience of riders in Columbus, Georgia.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of automotive equipment and first aid techniques.
• Ability to assist customers with patience and understanding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure bus safety.
• Assist passengers, including those with disabilities.
• Operate bus and maintain route schedules.

Skills

Operating automotive equipment

First aid techniques

Knowledge of city streets and bus routes

Traffic rules and regulations

Safe operation of equipment

Standard office equipment operation

Oral and written communication

Customer assistance

Independence and minimal supervision

Education

High school education

Specialized training in occupational field

Job description

This position is responsible for operating a METRA transit bus.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares the bus for safe operation: conducts pre-trip inspection and checks off daily safety prevention checklist for both interior and exterior of the bus.
• Boards and inspects passengers.
• Drives bus and maintains route schedule; monitors fare box, passes, and identifications for the purpose of assuring accurate fare amounts.
• Operates essential equipment.
• Assists passengers with disabilities; operates a wheelchair lift; secures wheelchairs and passengers; assists passengers in distress; notifies dispatcher of bus location and symptoms of passengers in distress.
• Performs duties required by the Office of Homeland Security, assisting customers in safe evacuation from the bus; observing, determining, and reporting activities, packages and substances that are suspicious or out-of-place; ability to use a common sense approach when faced with various emergency situations to ensure public/passenger safety and proper bus operation.
• Provides information and directional assistance.
• Accesses revenue readings for surveys; provides input on route adjustments.
• Operates a radio; reports accidents and emergency situations when en route; assists 911 by reporting inoperative traffic lights.
• Participates in random and mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
• Attends annual driver refresher training; attends courses in defensive driving as needed.
• Notifies dispatcher and obtains necessary repairs and maintenance work at each turn-around point; secures bus in case of accident or engine malfunction; directs traffic around bus as needed.
• Opens the Transfer Center daily; checks employees as they come in; issues buses; handles incoming calls; provides information about routes; manages bus schedules; prepares mileage reports and surveys; maintains a log of daily activities; prepares requests for charters; sells swipe cards; drives charters for special tours.
• Performs the duties of the supervisor in his or her absence as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in operating assigned automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of first aid techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of city streets and bus routes.
• Knowledge of traffic rules, regulations, and statutes.
• Skill in the safe operation of assigned automotive and other equipment.
• Skill in the operation of standard office equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to assist customers using patience and understanding.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for