Transit Motorcoach Operator - Safe, On-Time Service

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is seeking a Transit Bus Operator to run a designated route on a schedule, pick up and drop off passengers, and maintain safety and courtesy. You will monitor fare collection and assist passengers including accessibility needs; you will perform pre-trip inspections and report issues.

This position requires a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement, COP, USDOT medical, and training; one year of customer service, 18+, and ability to work varied shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in customer service dealing with the general public.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six months from date of hire.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger endorsement within two weeks from completion of City training.
• Must be able to maintain CDL once obtained.
• Must pass USDOT physical exam and required drug testing.
• Must successfully complete Motorcoach Operator training.
• Preferred experience in business related driving in delivery/sales or in the transportation of passengers.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Transit bus over an assigned route on a time schedule, pickup and transport passengers and discharge them at destination; monitor fare collection.
• Ensure safety of passengers; conduct business in a courteous and professional manner.
• Provide ongoing customer service, public announcements, and answer questions related to transit.
• Assist disabled passengers with boarding and accessibility equipment; announce stops.
• Report vehicle issues; perform basic inspections and post-trip checks.
• Perform radio dispatch duties and assist in training student operators.

Skills

Customer service

Public interactions

Safety awareness

Job description

City of Albuquerque is seeking a Transit Bus Operator to run a designated route on a schedule, pick up and drop off passengers, and maintain safety and courtesy. You will monitor fare collection and assist passengers including accessibility needs; you will perform pre-trip inspections and report issues.

This position requires a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement, COP, USDOT medical, and training; one year of customer service, 18+, and ability to work varied shifts including weekends.