Transit Bus Driver - Full-Time

Southeast Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission•Enterprise, AL

About The Position

The Bus Driver I works under the supervision of the Assistant Transportation Director and follows established procedures to complete assigned daily schedules transporting riders within the SEARPDC service region. The role includes safe operation of a transit vehicle on planned service routes, collecting and documenting fares, assisting passengers, conducting vehicle inspections and routine upkeep, performing errands and chores, and completing daily activity reports. This is an entry-level position in a job family. It is safety-sensitive and subject to a pre-employment background check and random drug screenings. The position is performed primarily in a transit vehicle and involves extended periods of sitting, routine interaction with passengers, and exposure to changing weather and traffic conditions. Work may also involve entering and exiting the vehicle, assisting passengers, and working in outdoor environments. The employee may be assigned other duties not specifically listed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience working with the public.
Current and valid Alabama Driver's License, maintained with insurability under the organization's policy for the duration of employment.
Complete lift and wheelchair safety, defensive driver, and fire extinguisher training within the designated period.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and initial drug screen.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local public transportation regulations; regional roads and geography; Alabama motor vehicle rules; traffic laws; basic vehicle maintenance; safe and defensive driving; and safety practices.
Ability to read schedules, traffic signs, and road maps; communicate orally and in writing; complete routine forms and records accurately; account for fares; drive a passenger vehicle safely; treat contacts courteously and patiently; adapt to schedule changes; work independently; handle stressful situations; escort passengers; and maneuver and secure wheelchair-bound patrons.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including extended sitting, repeated vehicle entry and exit, occasional bending and reaching, and occasional carrying of items up to ten pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a professional transportation driver.
Current and valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

Operate a transit vehicle to transport clients to various locations within the SEARPDC service region.
Receive driving assignments and additional schedules from the supervisor, and follow the most efficient daily route.
Follow assigned schedules and report additions or cancellations to the office.
Drive safely and efficiently, and maintain two-way radio contact with the office during service routes.
Escort and assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle.
Maneuver wheelchair users onto the vehicle, secure wheelchairs, and operate the electro-hydraulic wheelchair lift.
Collect and document fares, reconcile monies to the schedule, and complete passenger information records.
Report complaints, accidents, injuries, and vehicle problems to the appropriate supervisor or office.
Maintain daily vehicle-operation logs and paperwork, including time sheets, mileage and passenger information, inspection sheets, and work sheets.
Attend scheduled driver training, workshops, seminars, and relevant courses, including first aid and CPR.
Conduct daily pre-departure and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Clean the vehicle interior and exterior at the end of the work period.
Perform operator-level maintenance, including checking fluid levels, tires, and belts, and refuel the vehicle.
Drive the vehicle to a maintenance facility for routine and scheduled maintenance.
Perform other job-related tasks as required or assigned.