Transit Bus Operator — Safe Rides, ADA Support

Keolis America, Inc.; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Keolis America, Inc. in Leesburg, VA is seeking experienced bus operators to transport passengers along designated routes. You will report on time, perform safety inspections, and operate vehicles in varying weather and traffic while ensuring passenger comfort and safety.

The role requires a valid CDL, strong communication skills, and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays. Keolis offers a safety-first environment within a nationwide transit network with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Current valid driver's license (Class C/Class B).
• Customer Service experience a plus.
• High degree of comfort working with people with disabilities.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and DOT physical.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and decision making skills.
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Other requirements may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to report to work on-time, in a clean, neat uniform, ready to work
• Preform a vehicle pre-trip and post trip inspection on assigned vehicle(s)
• Radio check his/her buses radio before leaving yard
• Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to MDT or driver manifest, which includes designated pick-up and drop-off locations and times, issued daily
• Pick up and discharge passengers at designated bus stops safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of the passengers
• Follow fare collection procedures
• Ensure proper two-way Radio Etiquette at all times
• Report all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to the dispatch office immediately; submit written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required
• Accurately complete all reports; Strict adherence to Keolis and client policies and procedures
• Adhere to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); correctly operate a wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as required by the customer
• Ability to interact with public positively; provide transit information to passengers as needed
• Maintaining a secure environment for passengers, including escorting riders to and from the vehicle and providing physical assistance to passengers, when requested
• Exercising patience and sensitivity toward all passengers and practices professionalism in action and in speech to family members, staff at offices and agencies and the public

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Flexible schedule

ADA compliance

DOT compliance

Safety awareness

Job description

Keolis America, Inc. in Leesburg, VA is seeking experienced bus operators to transport passengers along designated routes. You will report on time, perform safety inspections, and operate vehicles in varying weather and traffic while ensuring passenger comfort and safety.

The role requires a valid CDL, strong communication skills, and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays. Keolis offers a safety-first environment within a nationwide transit network with opportunities for growth.