Full-Time Transit Operator — Safe, Courteous City Driver

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

Sick and Vacation Leave

11 paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

The City of Alexandria invites applications for a Transit Operator (Full-Time) within the Transit Department to transport passengers on City Transit routes according to a schedule. The role involves operating a 35,000-pound vehicle, assisting passengers, and maintaining safety and schedules.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a valid Class B CDL with passenger and air brakes endorsements (endorsements within 60 days of hire).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; previous experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles, transit operations, and/or transportation is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license at the time of appointment. Must obtain the required passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement within 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Operates a 35,000-pound vehicle on an established route according to a time schedule and picks up and discharges passengers; performs pre-trip inspections.
• Drives safely, maintains control of the vehicle, and obeys traffic regulations.
• Assists passengers through verbal guidance and operation of accessibility equipment; may be required to secure bicycles, wheelchairs, strollers, and other items using installed securement systems
• Collects fares from and interacts with passengers with a variety of personalities, health issues, abilities, and disabilities.
• Reports delays, mechanical problems, and accidents; responds to emergency situations.
• Completes daily records and logs and receives safety information. May operate an ADA accessible van.

Job description

The City of Alexandria invites applications for a Transit Operator (Full-Time) within the Transit Department to transport passengers on City Transit routes according to a schedule. The role involves operating a 35,000-pound vehicle, assisting passengers, and maintaining safety and schedules.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a valid Class B CDL with passenger and air brakes endorsements (endorsements within 60 days of hire).