Transit Driver (Part Time)

City-of-Greenville,-Nc-1; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greenville is seeking a Transit Bus Operator to safely transport passengers along designated routes, collect fares, and provide route information. The role requires a NC CDL with passenger endorsement, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with at least six months of bus experience.

Rotating shifts may apply. Responsibilities include performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, submitting reports, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks.
• At least six months experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Operates a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route.
• Adheres to scheduled routes.
• Collects fares and deposits fareboxes daily.
• Prepares daily trip sheets and required reports.
• Completes required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Submits completed maintenance repair paperwork to Fleet services.
• Provides route and schedule information to the public.
• Delivers professional and courteous service to passengers and promotes good public relations.
• Ensures cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Skills

Transit vehicle operation

Customer service

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with passenger endorsement

Job description

This position operates transit system vehicles to safely transport passengers throughout the City; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; and provides passenger assistance as required.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This is continuous posting and may close at any time.

• Operates a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route;
• Adheres to scheduled routes;
• Collects fares and deposits fareboxes daily;
• Prepares daily trip sheets and required reports;
• Completes required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections;
• Submits completed maintenance repair paperwork to Fleet services;
• Provides route and schedule information to the public;
• Delivers professional and courteous service to passengers and promotes good public relations;
• Ensures cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out; and
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (high school diploma or GED preferred); and
• At least six months experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• state and local traffic laws and regulations.
• basic maintenance procedures.
• customer service principles and techniques.

Skilled in:

• the operation of transit system vehicles.

Ability to:

• operate a transit vehicle safely on City streets.
• learn routes and maintain time schedules.
• make accurate mathematical calculations.
• prepare and maintain accurate records.
• communicate clearly and professionally.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

• Must possess a valid N. C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement, without an air brake restriction, and a safe driving record.
• Must be available to work a rotating schedule.
• Must have the ability to lift and/or carry medium-sized objects and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.