Transit Operator I JR100335

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Peoria is seeking friendly, safety-minded Dial-A-Ride drivers to provide reliable transportation and great service to our citizens. This part-time position is 30 hours per week, with responsibilities including safe vehicle operations, assisting passengers, and logging trip data. Arizona license with Passenger Endorsement is required upon hire.

The role emphasizes serving seniors and disabled passengers, maintaining vehicle readiness, and collecting transit fares as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience. Moderate previous experience required in the same or similar positions.
• High school graduation or equivalency.
• Valid Arizona Class “C” Driver’s License (with Passenger Endorsement) required upon hire.
• Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient vehicle operations for the purpose of transporting passengers.
• Assists passengers, including seniors and disabled, in boarding and exiting the vehicle as necessary.
• Secure mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) in the vehicle.
• Provide general information to the public regarding Dial-A-Ride services.
• Logs all stops on daily route manifest, completes incident and accident reports, daily vehicle inspection reports and reports vehicle malfunctions.
• Complete company forms, maintain accurate trip data and use vehicle equipment such as onboard radio and computer system.
• Complete daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections, interior cleaning and vehicle refueling.
• Collect and records pre-established transit fares.

Skills

Safety-minded

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Arizona Class C Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• High school graduation or equivalency.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience. Moderate previous experience required in the same or similar positions.

Physical Demands:

• Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:

• Valid Arizona Class “C” Driver’s License (with Passenger Endorsement) required upon hire.

We're looking for friendly, safety-minded drivers to keep our community moving! You'll be the heart behind the wheel, providing reliable transportation and great service to our citizens. This position is 30 hours per week. If you love driving and helping people, this is the ride for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safe and efficient vehicle operations for the purpose of transporting passengers. Assists passengers, including seniors and disabled, in boarding and exiting the vehicle as necessary. Secure mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) in the vehicle.

• Provide general information to the public regarding Dial-A-Ride services. Logs all stops on daily route manifest, completes incident and accident reports, daily vehicle inspection reports and reports vehicle malfunctions. Complete company forms, maintain accurate trip data and use vehicle equipment such as onboard radio and computer system.

• Complete daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections, interior cleaning and vehicle refueling.

• Collect and records pre-established transit fares.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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