Transit Operator - Part Time - CDL required

Fredericksburgva; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Transit Operator in a vibrant community! This part-time role involves safely transporting passengers across Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. You'll ensure customer satisfaction while adhering to schedules and maintaining vehicle safety. Ideal candidates will possess a CDL and a commitment to service excellence. If you’re looking for a fulfilling job that makes a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to work in a supportive environment and contribute to the well-being of your fellow citizens.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CDL is mandatory.
• 1 year of experience driving commercial or passenger vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely on designated routes.
• Perform vehicle inspections and ensure equipment safety.
• Provide excellent customer service and fare collection.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Fare Collection

Vehicle Inspection

CDL (Commercial Driver's License)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

TRANSIT OPERATORS – PART TIME - CDL REQUIRED

STARTING HOURLY RATE: $19.22

Responsible for transporting passengers on designated routes within the transit system’s service area; including, the City of Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County and Stafford County. The Transit Operator is responsible for the safety of customers and equipment, providing good customer service, overseeing passenger safety, fare collection, working independently with minimal supervision, bus schedule adherence, arriving on-time to work; assisting passengers as needed; completing daily pre-trip and vehicle inspections; cleaning and fueling the vehicle, and checking to ensure all equipment is in safe operating condition.

A successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; bus driver training and one (1) year experience driving a commercial or passenger vehicle preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. This position will be required to work weekends. Must be able to pass DOT physical examination and maintain while employed with FRED Transit, ability to pass a criminal record check and physical abilities testing. Employment is subject to post-hiring random drug testing in accordance with Department of Transportation requirements. Position does require a CDL.

Come be part of a knowledgeable and energetic organization committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community.

The position is open until filled, completed City Applications and resumes should be submitted before. Application can be found at https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/Employment.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street
P. O. Box 7447
Fredericksburg, VA 22404-7447
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