Bus Operator - Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time

City of Norwalk (CA); Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,000

Job summary

The City of Norwalk in California seeks a Bus Operator to operate fixed routes, board and discharge passengers to schedule, and maintain safety with strong customer service. The position includes evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays, with split shifts and varied hours.

A valid CA Class A/B license and a DOT medical certificate are required; a driving record must be submitted. A $1,000 sign-on bonus after six months is offered; Spanish speaking is desirable.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent and twelve (12) months experience in the safe operation of a bus.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by filing deadline; ability to speak Spanish is desirable.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A or B California driver’s license and a valid medical examiner’s certificate.

Responsibilities

• Safety of all passengers while boarding, riding, and departing from the bus.
• Complete pre-trip safety inspections and check for vehicle condition and leaks.
• Drive assigned routes on schedule, including Dial-A-Ride for elderly/disabled when assigned.
• Collect fares, issue transfers, and provide route information to the public.
• Prepare ridership and incident reports; handle lost property and radio communications.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sign-on BONUS of $1,000 (after 6 months of employment)

The Bus Operator is under supervision and operates buses on an assigned fixed route, boarding and discharging passengers at designated bus stops according to a strict schedule. In a public transportation setting, maintain a safe and orderly environment while providing a high level of customer service. This position requires working various hours, split shifts, evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays.

A current Driving Record printout from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must be submitted along with the application. Applications submitted without a Driving Record printout will be considered incomplete and will not be given consideration.

Essential duties

Responsible for the safety of all passengers while boarding, riding, and departing from the bus.

Completes pre-trip safety inspection of exterior of Bus, noticing its general condition and looking for damage and leaks. Checking in the engine compartment for condition of belts, hoses, wiring and fluid levels. Checks condition of tires, tread, wheel walls, etc. Conducts an interior safety inspection, checking the drivers compartment for condition of controls such as steering wheel, accelerator and brake pedals, gauges, horn, wipers, lights, mirrors, etc. Conducts air brake system tests, wheelchair lift operation, emergency equipment conditions, seats, securements, etc. Completes the necessary inspection forms as required by law.

Drives bus over an assigned route in accordance with a time schedule, or may be assigned to Dial-A-Ride service for elderly and disabled. Operates the bus working odd hours, split shifts, holidays and weekends to conform with assigned schedules.

Collects and records fares and issues transfers; provides routine information to the public regarding bus routes and schedules.

Prepares reports of ridership, and accidents; prepares special reports as requested; turns in lost property found on or near City equipment or the Transit System office.

Operates two-way mobile bus radio in accordance with established operating rules and procedures.

Peripheral duties

May assist in the training of other Bus Operators; may perform dispatcher duties on a relief basis.

Knowledge of

Federal and State laws as they relate to Commercial Drivers; state and local traffic laws and speed limits; provisions of the California Motor Vehicle code; safe driving practices, bus equipment, such as air brake system, and features of the bus. Emergency and accident handling procedures, fare policies, working with the public.

Ability to

prepare accurate reports and meet the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact; work independently; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Example combinations include:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and twelve (12) months experience, within the last three (3) years, in the safe operation of a bus; good driving record. Must be at least 21 years of age by filing deadline. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A or B California driver’s license at the time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record. Current or recently lapsed VTT Certification (DL260A) or School Bus Driver’s Certificate or SPAB Certificate. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid medical examiner’s certificate.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is constantly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or moderately loud when in the field.

Special Information

Employment as a Bus Driver (hourly/at-will) is contingent upon satisfactorily passing a complete Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examination and City of Norwalk Post-Offer Physical Examination which includes a drug screen to comply with the City of Norwalk's Drug Free workplace policy. This position is subject to the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. A background check will be conducted. Ability to pass a visual acuity test and recognize colors of traffic signals and devices showing standard red, green, and amber.

Veteran Preference and Accommodations

The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.