BUS OPERATOR II

City of Commerce; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Commerce is seeking a Bus Operator II who will be responsible for operating transit buses safely while providing excellent customer service to passengers. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid California Class B license, and experience in commercial transportation. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to the local community by ensuring safe and effective public transit services.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Class B driver’s license with passenger endorsement.
• Completion of 2080 hours as a Bus Operator I or two years of commercial transportation experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operates transit vehicles on assigned routes safely and efficiently.
• Provides assistance to passengers and ensures customer comfort and safety.
• Performs daily vehicle inspection and recommends maintenance as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

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THE POSITION

Under general supervision, provides journey level bus driver duties in support of transit operations including operating transit buses of various sizes on assigned routes, for scheduled pickup assignments, and in accordance with specific manifest instructions; provides safe, secure, comfortable services to users of the City of Commerce's public transit program.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Operates a variety of City transit vehicles according to established schedule, assigned routes and special excursion plans; provides assistance to passengers as needed, and ensure passenger comfort and safety; ensures that clients receive the highest level of customer service possible.
• Provides safe, secure, comfortable services to users of the City public transit program including demonstrating courtesy to passengers, sensitivity to passengers with disabilities, providing announcements, responding to question, and providing information, and assisting passengers when needed.
• Assists riders to safely board and disembark the vehicle; exits the bus and assists passengers with special needs as required; provides passengers with verbal and written information regarding transit services, destinations, special announcements, and schedules.
• Performs daily vehicle inspection and cleaning prior to beginning service including inspecting or testing the following: brakes, windshield wipers, engine, tires and tire pressure, and overall functioning of the vehicle to ensure safe operation of the bus in accordance with Department of Motor Vehicle regulations.
• Ensures that all required written reports are completed and submitted on a daily basis including, inspection reports, incident reports, accident reports, and operational problem reports; reports any operational problems to the supervisor in a timely manner, and completes other reports as required.
• Operates a variety of transportation vehicles in accordance with all traffic laws, regulations and procedures; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair.
• Cooperates with the investigation of any customer complaints; completes all required training.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Operates wheelchair lift and bike rack equipment.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent GED.

AND

Completion of 2080 hours as a Bus Operator I for the City of Commerce or two (2) years of commercial transportation experience including at least one (1) year within the past three years.

DMV PRINTOUT: Applicants must submit his/her CURRENT DMV (K-4) Driving Record.

Special Requirements

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid California Class B driver’s license with passenger endorsement and safe driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Special Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must pass a background check.

First Aid and CPR certifications/training will be provided by the City.

01

Do you possess two years of commercial transportation experience with at least one year within the last 3 years?

• I do not possess two years of commercial transportation experience with at least one year within the last 3 years
• I possess two years of commercial transportation experience with at least one year within the last 3 years
• I possess more than two years of commercial transportation experience with at least one year within the last 3 years
  
  

02

This position requires the ability to operate a transit bus over a designated route in accordance with arranged time schedules, picks up and discharges passengers at pre-arranged locations; monitors passenger behavior and maintains safe and orderly conditions aboard the vehicle, provides information regarding fixed route and paratransit service to patrons and the general public. Individual will communicates with other operators and with dispatch office via two-way radio. Please select the response that best describes your experience and education.

• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
• I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
• I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
  
  

03

While not required at the time of hire, do you have a current VTT Certificate? If yes, please upload a copy of your certificate.

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Should an opening arise, are you interested in full time employment?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Should an opening arise, are you interested in part-time employment?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Do you possess a valid California Class B drivers license with passenger endorsement?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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