Transportation Driver

Flagler Limited; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Health insurance

Wellness center on-site

Paid holidays

Personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Flagler County is seeking a shuttle bus operator to transport passengers on prescribed routes within the county. The role requires operating buses, maintaining logs, and ensuring safety and cleanliness of vehicles in a public transportation setting.

Minimum qualifications include a Florida CDL with Passenger Transport Endorsement and the ability to communicate in English. The county emphasizes competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for ongoing training and

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Some experience in operating large vehicles.
• Possession of a valid Florida Class ‘C’ or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operates passenger bus, mini-buses and vans according to established routes and schedules.
• Maintains records and logs on travel time, mileage, gas, passengers served, traffic accidents and passenger injury.
• Inspects and adjusts equipment for proper operating condition, including fluids.
• Inspects body of coach for unreported damage.
• Ensures assigned vehicles are cleaned (interior and exterior).
• Assists passengers on and off the bus (including packages as needed).
• Performs related work as required.
• Must comply with the provisions of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Drug and Alcohol Regulations.
• During emergencies, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Vehicle operation

Mechanical fault detection

English instructions

Public relations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Flagler County is dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve and strives to deliver a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on providing exceptional quality of life. As we work together to put the needs of our community first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family now, and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities, you can build a long, successful career with us. You’ll thrive in an environment where we build a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and empowering staff to facilitate positive outcomes. We understand the importance of work/life balance, having flexible work schedules and the ability to be able to afford health insurance. That’s why our benefits are known to be some of the best around! We offer a robust benefit package that includes low-cost health insurance, no cost onsite wellness center and gym, retirement in the Florida Retirement System, County paid basic life insurance, 13 paid holidays, generous personal leave, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and wellness programsto support a happier, healthier you. At Flagler County we aspire to be the catalyst that makes us an employer of choice.

Position Summary

Skilled work in operating a shuttle bus and transporting passengers over the prescribed routes with the County or other transportation program tasks.

Essential Functions

• Operates passenger bus, mini-buses and vans according to established routes and schedules.
• Maintains records and logs on travel time, mileage, gas, passengers served, traffic accidents and passenger injury.
• Inspects and adjusts equipment for proper operating condition, which includes fluids.
• Inspects body of coach for unreported damage.
• Ensures assigned vehicles are cleaned (interior and exterior).
• Assists passengers on and off the bus (including packages as needed).
• Performs related work as required.
• Must comply with the provisions of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Drug and Alcohol Regulations.
• During emergencies, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. All employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Some experience in operating large vehicles.
• Possession of a valid Florida Class ‘C’ or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement.

Flagler County is a drug free workplace, some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen.

Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of State and County traffic and motor vehicle regulations.
• Ability to operate the assigned vehicle in the prescribed manner.
• Ability to detect malfunctioning mechanical systems on the assigned vehicle.
• Ability to understand and carry-out oral and written instructions given in English.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and co-workers.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to assist handicapped/wheelchair bound individuals.
• Must be able to safely assist all passengers on and off the bus in the event of an emergency, including the use of the rear emergency door.
• Must have the use of sensory skills for communication ability.
• Significant sitting, reaching, handling, pushing and pulling.
• Must be able to lift 30 to 50 lbs. on occasion.
• DOT/CDL Pre-employment physical will be required.