Bus Driver - On Call

City of Beaumont California•Beaumont, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Transit Services Manager or designee, this entry-level position requires performing bus driver duties in the Transit Services Department. The incumbent must be able to drive a bus over an assigned route according to schedule in a safe and courteous manner. The incumbent must also be able to collect fares from passengers, prepare daily passenger reports, and do related work as required.

Requirements

Knowledge of safety principles and regulations applicable to bus operations, including the California Vehicle Code and local city traffic regulations
Knowledge of proper operation and maintenance of buses
Ability to operate a large passenger bus effectively and safely
Ability to keep simple records and make reports
Deal courteously with passengers and the public
Ability to perform arithmetic computations
Ability to work independently with little direction and minimum supervision
Demonstrate operational characteristics of standard office equipment
Understand and adhere to City policies, procedures, rules and regulations
Possess effective interpersonal skills, using tact, patience and courtesy
Use sound professional judgment in the application of policy, procedures, and laws in situations arising in the course and scope of employment.
Perform routine multi-tasking functions
Understand and work within the course and scope of duties, authority and responsibilities
Relate effectively to people of a varying cultures, languages, disabling conditions and socioeconomic situations
Analyze situations and apply departmental rules and regulations effectively, as well as common sense where no guidelines are readily available
Minimum twenty-one (21) years of age
Must possess a high school diploma from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent
Must possess a valid California Class B Driver's License
Must obtain Air and Brake and Passenger Endorsements within thirty days of employment and maintain possession of such license during the course of employment
Must obtain a Vehicle Transit Training certificate within thirty days of employment and maintain possession of such certificate during the course of employment
Must obtain a DMV medical examiner's certificate within thirty days of employment and maintain possession of such certificate during the course of employment
Must have an acceptable driving record, be insurable at standard rates by City's insurance carrier, and maintain such insurability during the course of employment.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience as a general passenger bus driver desired

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of communications equipment, including copy machines, telephones, fax, email, Internet and other various computer systems
Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, forms, memorandums, correspondence, and records using correct sentence structure, grammar, and spelling concerning accidents, breakdowns, mechanical defects, etc.
Respond to requests for information from the public, City departments and outside agencies
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees, the public, and other agencies with which the department interacts
Drive with regard to safety and comfort of passengers and to the maintenance of time schedules
Drive a bus over an assigned route and on schedule
Answer questions regarding routes and time schedules concerning the Pass Area bus lines and connecting lines to the Riverside Transit Authority
Collect fares and keeps records of amounts collected and distances traveled
Prepare a daily cash report of money turned in, fare box readings, and other related information
Maintain radio contact with the dispatchers on assignments and status
Perform dispatching and office duties on an as needed basis