Relief Paratransit Driver — Flexible Shifts & Transit

Pasco Police Department; New Port Richey, FL; Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pasco County is seeking a Relief Bus Driver to operate transit coaches and paratransit vehicles on fixed or flexible routes. This role requires responding to passenger inquiries, assisting riders, and ensuring safety inspections.

Work includes split shifts, evenings, weekends, and potential emergency deployment. No guaranteed hours or county benefits; pay is for actual hours worked. A Florida CDL with Air Brakes and P endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year driving experience in bus/minibus/van or similar vehicle.
• Florida CDL Class B with Air Brakes and P endorsement; out-of-state CDL acceptable if obtained Florida CDL by hire date.

Responsabilités

• Operates transit coaches and passenger vehicles for fixed or flexible routes.
• Collects fares when applicable and makes announcements en route.
• Assists passengers, including wheelchair users, and answers inquiries.
• Performs safety inspections and completes daily reports.
• Relief position with split shifts and short-notice assignments; may assist in emergencies.
• Keeps vehicle clean and safe; reports malfunctions and safety concerns.

Connaissances

Transit coach operation

Defensive driving knowledge

Public interaction

Two-way radio operation

Stay calm under pressure

Report writing

Defensive Driving CPR/First Aid

Geographic area knowledge

Map reading & routing

Problem solving

Instruction following

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Pasco County is seeking a Relief Bus Driver to operate transit coaches and paratransit vehicles on fixed or flexible routes. This role requires responding to passenger inquiries, assisting riders, and ensuring safety inspections.

Work includes split shifts, evenings, weekends, and potential emergency deployment. No guaranteed hours or county benefits; pay is for actual hours worked. A Florida CDL with Air Brakes and P endorsement is required.