Para-Transit Driver (LTGF) - Senior/Disabled Transport

Prince George's County Public Schools; Forestville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Prince George’s County Public Schools is seeking a skilled transit operator to safely transport customers with special needs using non-CDL vehicles and mobility aids. The role involves outdoor work, adhering to schedules, and communicating with Dispatch and TSC to ensure timely service.

Responsibilities include assisting passengers, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, performing safety checks, and supporting emergency or snowy operations as needed. Weekend routes may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or a GED equivalency.
• One (1) year of transit operation experience with direct customer service experience.
• Possess, maintain, and submit a copy of Class "C" Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates non-CDL vehicles in passenger service for Call-a-Bus and/or PGC Link while adhering to department policies and federal, local, and state laws.
• Utilizes mobile transit technology to follow schedule and notify passengers of trip progression.
• Maintains communication by radio with Dispatch and Transit Service Coordinators to report service interruptions.
• Greet passengers and provide general customer service by responding to inquiries and providing general transit information.
• Assist passengers boarding/disembarking with wheelchairs or other mobility aids to include their proper securement.
• Ensures cleanliness of vehicle exterior/interior and fuels vehicle after each shift.
• Conducts routine inspections of assigned vehicle before/after use according to safety and operating procedures and reports any defects accordingly.
• Participate as an Essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities; and
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Prince George’s County Public Schools is seeking a skilled transit operator to safely transport customers with special needs using non-CDL vehicles and mobility aids. The role involves outdoor work, adhering to schedules, and communicating with Dispatch and TSC to ensure timely service.

Responsibilities include assisting passengers, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, performing safety checks, and supporting emergency or snowy operations as needed. Weekend routes may be required.