Part Time Public Transit Driver

Seward County; Nebraska; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Seward County invites applications for the Part Time Public Transit Driver position. The role involves operating buses and related vehicles to transport residents, with emphasis on safety and passenger care. Flexible 6–10 hours weekly, with starting pay around $16.08 per hour, depending on experience.

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years of age, and a Nebraska driver's license. Pre-employment drug testing and periodic DOT/FTA testing are mandatory, along with

Qualifications

• Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid Nebraska driver's license.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and throughout employment.
• Must pass a DOT/FTA Drug and Alcohol Test within sixty (60) days of employment and be subject to random DOT/FTA Drug and Alcohol Tests.
• Must become certified in CPR, AED and Basic First Aid through the American Heart Association and maintain certification through refresher training.

Responsibilities

• Operate buses and related motor vehicles for the transportation of residents or clients.
• Maintain passenger safety and discipline; ensure safe operation of vehicles.
• Keep mileage, vehicle service and related records up to date.
• Comply with all laws and regulations concerning motor vehicle operation.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Clean driving record

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team at Seward County!

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Check out the available job below to be a part of the success of our county!

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Part Time Public Transit Driver

Seward County is accepting applications for the position of a Part Time Public Transit Driver for 6-10 hours a week!

GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Driver - This is responsible work in the operation of buses and related motor vehicles in the transportation of persons, some with medical or developmental disabilities. Work involves responsibility for the safe operation of buses and related motor vehicles used in the transportation of residents or clients. Work also involves maintaining passenger discipline and assuring passenger safety; maintaining mileage, vehicle service and related records. An employee in this class is expected to have knowledge of and comply with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of motor vehicles. Supervision is received from the Director with work being reviewed through the safe and satisfactory operation of buses and related vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent


• Must be 18 years of age


• Valid Nebraska driver's license


• Pass a pre-employment drug test and throughout employment.


• Must pass a DOT/FTA Drug and Alcohol Test within sixty (60) days of employment and be subject to random DOT/FTA Drug and Alcohol Tests.


• Must become certified in CPR, AED and Basic First Aid through the American Heart Association and maintain certification thru appropriate refresher training.

Starting hourly wage: $16.08 or more, depending on experience.