Paratransit Operator (Regular Part-Time) (Continuous) (Grade 8/10)

City of Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Huntsville’s Public Transit department seeks qualified applicants for Part-Time Paratransit Operator roles in Huntsville, AL. You will drive a 15-passenger van, assist riders with mobility needs, and ensure safe, courteous service within city limits.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, basic records, fare collection, and providing information to passengers. A high school diploma or GED and driving large vehicles with a clean MVR are required.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or GED and experience driving large vehicles.
• Must maintain an excellent motor vehicle record as per insurer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 15-passenger van to transport passengers safely and courteously.
• Assist mobility-impaired passengers getting in and out of the vehicle.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and basic record keeping.
• Collect fares and provide information to riders.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S PUBLIC TRANSIT DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville’s Public Transit department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our

Part-Time Paratransit Operator position(s).

Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.

Come join our growing Public Transit Team!

About our Department:

The mission of Public Transportation is to provide safe, efficient, and customer friendly transit services to citizens and guests of the community.The City of Huntsville’s 19 Access vehicles are radio dispatched and ADA accessible. Access is a specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service.

Paratransit Operator Position Overview:

This is skilled work in the operation of a paratransit vehicle for the transportation of persons with disabilities and/or the elderly throughout the city limits as assigned. Work involves responsibility for driving a 15 passenger modified van, transporting passengers in a safe, courteous and professional manner and providing assistance to persons with mobility impairments to and from the vehicle. Work also involves responsibility for conducting daily vehicle inspections, performing basic record keeping duties, collecting fares from customers and providing information.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and experience in driving large vehicles and transporting the public; or any combination of education, training and experience.

Valid Class D Driver's License

This position requires maintaining an excellent Motor Vehicle Record as set annually by the Liability Insurance Company.

For More Information Regarding the Part-Time Paratransit Operator Job Duties, Please Visit the Websites Below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/77793

Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request