Public Transit Driver (Part-Time)

Van Buren County; Bangor Township (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County is seeking an experienced bus operator to operate transit vehicles on semi-fixed routes and demand-response services. You will collect fares, maintain records, and ensure passenger safety while adhering to all safety standards.

The role requires CDL with Passenger endorsement, a strong attendance record, and excellent public relations skills. Employment is at a safety-sensitive position with DOT testing considerations.

Qualifications

• No more than three (3) points on driving record.
• Minimum of four (4) years unrestricted driving experience.
• Must have or be able to acquire a Class C License (CDL) with Passenger (P) Endorsement and Chauffeur's License.

Responsibilities

• Operate transit vehicles according to all prescribed safety and operational standards
• Drive vehicle to designated locations and safely board/deboard passengers, some of whom may require physical assistance
• Collect and record fares and maintain records of other essential operational data
• Maintain proper relations with the public and monitor passenger behavior
• Institute emergency procedures in the event of an accident or mechanical breakdown
• Prepare and submit appropriate operator logs, timesheets and other appropriate agency forms as directed.
• Conduct required inspections of vehicles
• Maintain appropriate radio contact with dispatch
• Maintain clean vehicle
• Such other tasks as may be assigned.

Skills

Service area knowledge

CDL driving experience

Attendance record

Public relations

Job description

Pay Rate: AFSCME Unified R2 – $22.71- $27.69 per hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Operates large, medium, and/or small buses on semi-fixed route and/or demand-response service for the general public and contract service passengers.

ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of service area
• Previous CDL driving experience in transit bus operations
• Excellent employment attendance and performance record
• Excellent public relations skills

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Operate transit vehicles according to all prescribed safety and operational standards
2. Drive vehicle to designated locations and safely board/deboard passengers, some of whom may require physical assistance
3. Collect and record fares and maintain records of other essential operational data
4. Maintain proper relations with the public and monitor passenger behavior
5. Institute emergency procedures in the event of an accident or mechanical breakdown
6. Prepare and submit appropriate operator logs, timesheets and other appropriate agency forms as directed.
7. Conduct required inspections of vehicles
8. Maintain appropriate radio contact with dispatch
9. Maintain clean vehicle
10. Such other tasks as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

No more than three (3) points on driving record. Minimum of four (4) years unrestricted driving experience.

Must have or be able to acquire a Class C License (CDL) with Passenger (P) Endorsement and Chauffeur' s License.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must take and pass (80%) basic driver comprehension skills examinations, an oral interview appraisal, and a complete Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination upon being offered a bus operator position. All applicants with special needs will be reasonably accommodated when taking a required test

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Reports: None

Delegation of Work: Not Applicable

Supervision Given: Not Applicable

Reports To: All bus drivers will report to, and by supervised by, the Operations Supervisor and the Director of Public Transit.

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Bus driver performance will be evaluated according to attendance records, accident history, proficiency in vehicle operations, and compliance with agency rules, policies, and procedures and prescribed safety regulations.

Under the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regulations, this position is a Safety-Sensitive position and included in the drug and alcohol testing pool and is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drugs and alcohol.