Employee Transit Operator

General Dynamics Corporation; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Prescription coverage

Wellness programs

401K

Commuter/Van service

Paid vacation and holidays

Shift differential

Professional development

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, RI, is seeking an Employee Transit Operator to safely transport EB employees between the shipyard and off-site parking using 44-passenger buses. This full-time role requires a valid CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement and a DOT medical exam pass, with the possibility of extended shifts and on-site duties.

Responsibilities include route operation, passenger assistance, and timely communication of delays to supervision, with additional duties

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant driving experience.
• A Valid CDL Class B with Passenger (P) endorsement.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must pass a DOT medical exam and obtain a Medical Certificate.
• Willing to work extended hours.
• Must be available to work all shifts.
• Preferred: 3+ years of relevant driving experience.
• Preferred: experience operating commercial buses or shuttle vehicles.
• Preferred: knowledge of vehicle safety protocols and material securement.

Responsibilities

• Operate 44-passenger buses to transport employees along designated routes.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle before transporting passengers or material.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local traffic laws and transit regulations.
• Assist passengers by answering route inquiries, announcing stops and maintaining an orderly environment.
• Communicate route delays, traffic disruptions and emergencies with Transportation Supervisor.
• Operate a stake-body dual-axle truck to pick up and deliver material in the shipyard and safely secure/transport material.
• Operate a shuttle vehicle (under 14-passenger bus).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Employee Transit Operator

US-RI-North Kingstown

Full-Time

# of Openings: 8

Category: Material/Warehousing Support

EB Quonset Point Facility

Overview

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking Employee Transit Operators.

Employee Transit Operators will be responsible for safely transporting Electric Boat employees along pre-planned routes, both to and from the shipyard and various off-site parking lots. Transit Operators will operate 44 -passenger 'school bus' style vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401K
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

Key responsibilities:

• Operate 44-passenger buses to transport employees along designated routes
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle before transporting passengers or material
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local traffic laws and transit regulations
• Assist passengers by answering route inquiries, announcing stops and maintaining an order environment
• Communicate route delays, traffic disruptions and emergencies with Transportation Supervisor

Other duties may include:

• Operate a stake-body dual-axle truck to pick up and deliver material in the shipyard
  • The abilityto safely secure and transport material
• Operate a shuttle vehicle (under 14-passenger bus)
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Responsibilities

• Ability to manage passengers and stay composed
• Clear verbal communication with passengers and supervision
• Situational awareness and vigilance to monitor road hazards and surroundingtraffic patterns

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant driving experience
• A Valid CDL Class B with Passenger (P) endorsement (must present document if selected for the position)
• Valid Drivers License
• Must pass a DOT medical Physical Exam and obtain a valid Medical Certificate (must present document if selected for the position)
• Willing to work extended hours
• Must be available to work all shifts

Preferred:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant driving experience
• Experience operating commercial buses, shuttle vehicles, or material handling trucks
• Knowledge of basic vehicle safetyprotocols and material securement procedures
• Military experience
• Shipyard experience

General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.