SCAT Vehicle Operator I

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a qualified candidate for a permanent position in the Transit Services Department, specifically in Bus Operations. This full-time role involves operating various public transportation vehicles and assisting passengers with mobility devices.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of driving experience and must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License within six months. The role requires physical stamina and a commitment to safety within a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of post-license driving experience required.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement within six months.
• Must complete defensive driving course within thirty days.

Responsibilities

• Operate public transportation vehicles safely.
• Assist passengers with mobility devices.
• Adhere to variable work schedules including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Driving experience

Emergency response

Physical stamina

Education

Valid Florida driver’s license

Basic first aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Department: Transit Services Department

Organizational Unit: Bus Operations

Position Type: Permanent

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Salary: $18.88 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Travels Countywide. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Performs entry‑level service work in the operation of various public transportation vehicles weighing less than 26,001 pounds and are designed to transport passengers with mobility devices.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of post‑license driving experience is required, with no more than one (1) moving violation within one (1) calendar year.
• Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted one for the other on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Experience driving a van, bus, or other vehicle designed to transport passengers is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain it during the term of employment.
• Must obtain, within six (6) months of employment through the SCAT Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training Program, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s license with a Passenger (P) endorsement and maintain both license and endorsement during employment.
• All employees enrolled in the SCAT CDL Training Program must pass a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) physical, conducted by a medical provider under contract with Brevard County and sign a “Training Repayment Agreement”.
• Must successfully complete a County‑approved defensive driving course within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must possess, or obtain within sixty (60) days of employment, a current basic first aid certification and a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved agency, and maintain both certifications during employment.
• All applicants must fill out and sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character.
• Must be able to successfully complete a criminal, driver’s license, and personal background investigation conducted by Brevard County and/or another agency.
• In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man‑made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
• This position is a safety‑sensitive position as defined by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Drug and Alcohol Testing regulations.

Physical Requirements Checklist

• Can lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Can carry 50 lbs. or more.
• Can push 50 lbs. or more.
• Can pull 50 lbs. or more.
• In an eight‑hour day, may need to: stand 1–3 hours; walk 1–3 hours; sit 5–8 hours; drive 5–8 hours.
• Must repetitively perform operating foot controls; fine manipulation (e.g., writing, wiring); pulling; pushing; simple grasping (e.g., pen, screwdriver).
• Must be able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, kneel, reach, smell, and stoop.
• Must have good distant vision, good hearing, good speech, and use of both eyes.
• Other necessary physical activities/traits: N/A.

Working Conditions

• Work alone; in cold; in dampness or chilly conditions; in heat; in high humidity; in or with dusty conditions; in or with moving objects or vehicles; in or with noisy conditions; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; with feet, legs or hands in water; with fumes, smoke, gases or flames; with lawn grasses, plants, etc.; with odors; with poor lighting; with poor ventilation; work inside; work outside; works closely with others.
• Other working conditions: N/A.