Provisional Bus Operator

Santa Cruz METRO; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS pension

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Public service loan forgiveness

457 plans

Free bus passes

Longevity pay

Job summary

Santa Cruz METRO is hiring a Bus Driver in Santa Cruz, CA. No prior bus driving experience is required as extensive paid training is provided to develop the necessary skills to safely operate our fleet.

The role offers a competitive hourly wage with benefits, a pension plan, and opportunities for career development. A valid California driver’s license and safe driving record are required, along with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Ability to perform simple math calculations.
• Ability to read English, speak and write clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operates transit buses and related equipment including passenger lifts.
• Collects fare and operates ticket validation equipment; conducts ridership surveys.
• Coordinates passenger transfers and reports delays; prepares reports and maintains records.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Time calculation

Map reading

Job description

Salary Range: $24.17 - $44.01

Use your excellent Customer Service skills and join our team as a Santa Cruz METRO Bus Driver! No bus driving experience is needed. We offer extensive paid training programs so that when you get behind the wheel, you already have the skills and confidence you need to drive our buses!

At METRO, you will enjoy a competitive salary, CALPERS pension, a robust health/dental/vision benefit program, public service loan forgiveness program, 457 plans, career development, free bus passes, and longevity pay.

Salary Schedule

Starting wage: $24.17 per hour. After probation: $28.75 per hour. After one year: $30.57 per hour. Yearly raise for 6 years.

Provisional appointments are for a defined term longer than six months but not to exceed two years.

Definition

Under supervision, transports passengers and operates transit buses on a fixed schedule inall phases of transit operations.

Examples of Duties

• Operates transit buses and related equipment including passenger lifts. Transports passengers.
• Collects fare and operates ticket and pass validation equipment. Performs ridership surveys.
• Reports bench, sign and shelter problems. Operates mobile radio unit.
• Coordinates passenger transfers and reports operations delays. Prepares accident and incident reports and maintains simple records. Make recommendations for safety and route improvements.
• Complies with District safe driving program.
• May perform office, dispatch and revenue collection duties and may utilize District computer hardware and software when assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Knowledge

• Safe driving practices.
• Basic skills in time calculation and map reading.

Ability to

• Safely operate all District buses.*
• Perform simple math calculations.
• Deal courteously and effectively with the public.
• Understand the problems of the elderly and handicapped and deal with them in atactful manner.
• Handle difficult and emergency situations calmly.
• Read English and speak and write English clearly.
• Operate mobile radio unit.
• Willingness and ability to work unusual hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Training and Experience

Special Requirements

• Possession of a current motor vehicle license and the ability to obtain a California Class Bdriver’s permit prior to appointment.
• Driving record at date of hire must be consistent with SCMTD’s standards for this position. Good attendance record in previous employment.
• Safe driving record.
• Must pass requisite background check.

Adopted:
BOD Approved: 07/1985
Job Family: Operations Fixed Route
Job Series:
Job Series Level:
Confidential: No

This employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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