Transit Driver I (Part-time)

TENNESSEE MUNICIPAL LEAGUE; Tennessee; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bristol Tennessee is hiring a Transit Driver I to transport citizens on fixed or customized routes, with a focus on safe, courteous service. This entry-level role includes pre-trip/post-trip inspections, customer service, and daily logs.

Under the Transit Crew Chief or Manager, you will participate in paid training and development opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulations and vehicle standards, and contributing to a team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years’ experience in public transportation or related work.
• CDL Class C with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement.
• Customer Service Skills.
• Basic First Aid and CPR training within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operates transportation vehicles safely, following routes and schedules.
• Assist passengers, including those with special needs, on and off vehicles.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and reports issues.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of vehicles.
• Provides excellent customer service and responds to inquiries.
• Completes daily logs and basic reports of activities.
• Follows city, state, and federal transit regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

CDL Class C

Passenger Endorsement

Air Brake Endorsement

First Aid

CPR

Safety Awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you looking for career growth in a valued position with a team-oriented culture?

If so, we want you on our team, adding value to our dynamic Public Works, Transit Department!

Move forward in your career while we invest in your future through paid training and development opportunities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Transit Crew Chief or Transit Manager, the Transit Driver I transports citizens on fixed or customized routes, ensuring safe and courteous service. This entry-level position focuses on daily driving, assisting passengers, and maintaining vehicle standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Operates transportation vehicles safely, following established routes and schedules.
• Assist passengers, including those with special needs, on and off vehicles.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections; reports any issues.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned vehicles.
• Provides excellent customer service and responds to routine passenger inquiries.
• Completes daily logs and basic reports of transportation activities.
• Follows all city, state, and federal transit regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2 years’ experience in public transportation or related work
• Class C CDL with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement (No CDL Restrictions)
• Customer Service Skills
• Basic First Aid and CPR training within 6 months

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following is intended to provide a general sense of the work environment and physical demands that may be required of the position:

• Duties are performed while driving on established routes throughout the city and surrounding areas.
• Ability to sit comfortably for extended periods of time.
• Ability to drive safely and independently.
• Clarity of vision.
• Lift and carry general supplies and equipment for the daily maintenance of fleet vehicles.

THE CITY OF BRISTOL TENNESSEE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. OUR GOAL IS FOR OUR WORK FORCE TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE WORKING POPULATION OF BRISTOL, TENNESSEE. WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, VETERAN STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, DISABILITY, RELIGION OR ANY OTHER CLASS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL OR STATE LAWS AND REGULATIONS IN ALL MATTERS PERTAINING TO EMPLOYMENT AND PROMOTION; WE WILL NOT TOLERATE DISCRIMINATION ON THE PART OF MANAGERS OR SUPERVISORS. WOMEN, MINORITIES AND THE DISABLED ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. ALL APPLICANTS SUBJECT TO BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL EXAMINATION AND DRUG SCREENING.