Part-Time Transit Operator I

City of High Point; United States; On-site; USD 26,105 - 33,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension

401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans

Paid time off earned within first year

12 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement plan

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

The City of High Point is hiring a Transit Operator I to provide reliable and safe transportation on assigned routes. This role involves operating a transit bus, assisting passengers, performing inspections, and ensuring safety compliance.

Key qualifications include a valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License, six months of related experience, and proficiency in English. The position offers full-time benefits including a pension, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Flexibility to work various schedules including nights and weekends.
• Preferred: Twelve months of verifiable experience operating a similar or larger commercial vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bus on assigned routes safely and timely.
• Perform pre-departure inspections and maintain trip records.
• Assist passengers in boarding and alighting, including those using wheelchairs.

Skills

Valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License

Six months of experience operating a commercial vehicle

Ability to drive in urban traffic

Flexibility for varied schedules

Proficiency in English

Bilingual skills (French or Spanish)

Job description

Compensation

Salary range: $18.95 – $24.28 per hour.

Job Summary

The Transit Operator I provides reliable, safe, and efficient transportation services on City of High Point transit routes. The role requires operating a transit bus, assisting passengers (including those with mobility devices), performing inspections, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.

Essential Tasks & Responsibilities

• Operate the bus on assigned routes and schedules, ensuring safe and timely transportation for passengers.
• Perform pre‑departure inspections of the bus and related equipment, reporting any defects to maintain smooth operations.
• Maintain trip records, including fare collections, mileage, and vehicle conditions, keeping accurate logs for each route.
• Assist passengers in boarding and alighting, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices, and secure wheelchairs with tie‑down straps.
• Collect fares and issue tickets, handling transfer slips to ensure passengers’ journeys are seamless.
• Announce bus stops clearly so passengers are aware of their next destination.
• Provide basic schedule information to passengers, answering questions about routes and arrival times.
• Communicate via two‑way radio to report traffic delays, accidents, downed traffic signs, and faulty signals to office staff and other personnel.
• Perform post‑shift inspections of the bus and report any defects, ensuring the vehicle is ready for the next operator.
• Complete incident and accident reports or document any unusual circumstances to ensure accurate records.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and follow prescribed accident procedures as necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support smooth transit operations.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA and City safety standards and policies, maintaining a safe environment for all passengers and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger (P) Endorsement.
• Six (6) months of verifiable experience operating a similar or larger commercial vehicle.
• Ability to drive a transit bus in typical urban traffic and work well under time constraints and stress.
• Flexibility to work various schedules, including fill‑ins, split shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays (vacation and holiday leave subject to coverage needs).
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Preferred: Twelve (12) months of verifiable experience operating a similar or larger commercial vehicle.
• Preferred: Bilingual skills (French or Spanish).

Physical Requirements

Hearing/Speaking: Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Visual Acuity: Far vision 20/25, near vision 20/30, good depth perception and field of vision to safely operate the vehicle.
Physical Strength: Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and manage lightweight tasks continuously.
Physical Demands: Extending arms, holding, grasping, picking, and handling tasks with performance under varying weather conditions.
Mental Activity: Reasoning, mathematical skills for change and reporting, and effective communication, including PA system/radio usage.

Benefits (Full Time)

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension, vested after 5 years.
• 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans.
• Paid time off earned within first year.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition reimbursement plan.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one.

Location

716 W Martin Luther King Jr Dr, High Point, North Carolina.