Substitute Bus Operator - Part Time

City of Loveland; Loveland (CO); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 42,347; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

457 Plan (employee-funded retirement)

Medical Leave accrual

Job summary

The City of Loveland is seeking a Bus Operator to transport residents, including seniors and individuals with disabilities, ensuring safety and superior service. The position involves variable hours including early mornings and late evenings.

Qualifications include a valid CDL with P endorsement, high school diploma or GED, and superior customer service skills. Training for the CDL can be provided, and this position requires adherence to safety protocols and community responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P endorsement.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers in transit or paratransit vehicles.
• Provide superior customer service to a diverse population.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report on conditions.

Skills

Superior customer service skills

Sound judgment under stress

Communication skills

Technical vehicle operation

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Position Summary

Transports City of Loveland residents, including seniors, persons with disabilities, the general public, and students, in a skillful, caring, responsible, and safe manner. Reports to the Operations Supervisor.

Work schedule varies: early mornings, late evenings, holidays, special assignments, and events.

Salary range: $24.00 - $30.74 per hour (hiring range: $24.00 - $26.76). Open until filled. This is a substitute position with varying hours.

Bus Operator with COLT has a commitment to the One City, One Team approach, positively collaborates with team members and residents, and demonstrates dedication to excellent service with courtesy and kindness.

Essential Functions

• Provides superior customer service to a diverse population of clients.
• Safely transports passengers in transit or paratransit vehicles.
• Ensures all passengers are treated respectfully, friendly, and encourages a safe environment.
• Performs daily pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and reports results on the Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR).
• Communicates any vehicle deficiency to the Operations Supervisor.

Other Job Functions

• May be assigned to bus‑cleaning rotation which includes moving buses to shop facility, collecting loose items, exterior window cleaning (time permitting), exterior mirror cleaning, and running the bus through the bus wash (weather permitting).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.

Preferred Education

• Training in Passenger Assistance Techniques, including sensitivity training for persons with disabilities, drug and alcohol awareness, and defensive driving.

Preferred Experience

• Experience transporting passengers and/or working with the disabled is highly desirable.

Certifications

• A valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with P passenger endorsement, no air‑brake restrictions.
• Possession of a Class B CDL learner’s permit prior to start date, with ability to obtain a Class B CDL with P endorsement within 2 months of hire date. COLT will provide training.
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
• CDL license training costs $3,000; repayment required if resign or terminated for cause within 24 months after starting date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Superior customer service skills.
• Make sound judgments and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations.
• Follow instructions and communications in both oral and written form.
• Communicate in a positive, friendly, and professional manner with passengers, staff, and the general public.
• Technical ability to safely operate all COLT transit vehicles, including controls, pedals, levers, switches, reading gauges, and assessing safe operational condition.
• Transport passengers to fixed route stops and scheduled paratransit locations; assist passengers in boarding and disembarking; operate wheelchair lift.
• Complete daily tasks including inspection of vehicles to verify proper functioning.
• Make recommendations on vehicle maintenance as required; operate a two‑way radio and use proper radio communications.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Frequent minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work; primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects.
• Frequent exposure to heat and noise while working outside in the elements.
• Occasional exposure to hazards typical in general office environments; rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

Additional Working Demands / Conditions

• Essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g., natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard).
• Position requires a CDL; employees subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Benefits

• Non‑Benefit Eligible Benefits Package: 457 Plan (employee‑funded retirement), Medical Leave – accrue 1 hour per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours).

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and background check including criminal sex offender search. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post‑offer drug screening and FMCSA Clearinghouse full query if applicable.