Transit Driver – On Call

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; Red Cliff (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa seeks an on-call Transit Driver to operate buses and vans from the Red Cliff Transportation Building. The role requires adherence to established transit policies and occasional extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The position is subject to weather and funding availability, with responsibilities including safety-focused operation, basic maintenance, and effective communication with staff and the public.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required.
• CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements preferred but not required.
• DOT drug and alcohol testing applies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for public service.

Responsibilities

• Operates transit vehicles (buses and vans).
• Follows policies and procedures for transit operations.
• Performs routine and preventive vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License

Wisconsin CDL with air brake and PAS

Effective communication

Computer skills

Knowledge of Ojibwe culture

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:

Transit Driver – On Call

LOCATION:

Red Cliff Transportation Building

WAGE:

Negotiable

SUPERVISOR:

Public Works Administrator/Assistant, Transit Director

THIS IS AN ON-CALL POSITION TO ASSIST WITH COVERING BUS SCHEDULES AS NEEDED.

JOB SUMMARY:

This is an on-call position dependent on available transportation funding and will be responsible for operation of various size transit buses and vans. This position regularly scheduled workday will follow the established policies for the Red Cliff Band’s “Work Week”. Schedules requiring working early hours, nights, weekends and holidays or as weather dictates will need to follow procedures identified in the employee handbook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operates transit vehicles.
2. Follows policies and procedures set forth by Bay Area Rural Transit.
3. Performs routine and preventative equipment maintenance.
4. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

None.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of the safe operations of vehicles, buses, and vans. Knowledge of software system used by BART, or ability to learn. Knowledge of and sensitivity for Ojibwe culture and traditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Prior work experience is preferred.
3. Applicant must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License. Must be eligible to be put on the tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.
4. Wisconsin CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements preferred but not required.
5. In addition to the Red Cliff Tribal drug free workplace policies this position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation rules.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with others, as well as the ability to follow specific instructions.
7. Ability to effectively communicate using telephone, and two-way radios.
8. Good computer skills are required for bus pick up’s and drop off’s.
9. Must have the ability to use emergency exits at any location on the bus.
10. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night/dusk vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
11. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for interaction with members of the public utilizing the transportation services of the Red Cliff Tribe.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:

Will receive direction from supervisor and will have contact with Tribal staff and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to exert moderately heavy (up to 50 pounds) physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to elevated noise levels; fumes or airborne particles; noxious odors; vibrations from driving a bus; and traffic.
2. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
3. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and foot controls to drive; reach with hands and arms; climb; bend, stoop, and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must be physically able to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.
4. All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Position may require some local travel up to a 100-mile radius by vehicle.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE:

The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references; available on the Tribal website.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
4. Cover letter, optional.
5. Resume, required.
6. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

For further information contact:

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

[e-mail]

[phone]

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.