Bus Driver (Full-Time & Permanent Part-Time)

City of Fresno, CA•Fresno, CA

40d•$28 - $36

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to join a department which takes pride in serving the greater Fresno Metropolitan Area with high quality transit service consisting of a modern fleet of over 100 buses and a dedicated team of customer service focused transit professionals. Fresno Area Express is operated by the City of Fresno as a public transportation service to all citizens and visitors of Fresno. Bus Drivers are responsible for the operation of passenger coaches on assigned and special routes. Incumbents provide information to passengers concerning schedules, routes, and transfers, perform pre and post vehicle operation checks, and complete various daily operation reports. A new employee begins training as a "Student Driver". A "Student Driver" is a new operator who must be trained and instructed on all lines and bus equipment until qualified to perform all the duties of a regular bus driver. A "Student Driver" is classified as a trainee employee and will earn $25.57/hr. (per Fresno Salary Resolution Exhibit 6) until the completion of the training program, normally eight weeks. Upon successful completion of all training requirements, Student Drivers are transitioned into the Bus Driver classification and are paid $28.13/hr.-$35.90/hr. Incumbents may be required to work any shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends. This recruitment may be utilized to fill both permanent full-time and permanent part-time positions. Please indicate your interest in full-time or part-time in the employment application. Permanent part-time employees are assigned no more than 32 hours a week and a part-time incumbent may transfer to a full-time position as vacancies become available consistent with the Amalgamated Transit Union MOU. The salary posted is for full-time positions and will be pro-rated if hired part-time. Incumbents may be required to work any shift and may be required to work nights, holidays, and weekends.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion.
Two (2) years of work experience involving direct public contact similar to that gained in retail sales, public service setting or closely related field.
Three (3) years of licensed experience in the operation of motor vehicles.
A CURRENT (issued within the past 30 days) COPY OF YOUR COMPLETE DRIVING RECORD FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES MUST BE UPLOADED TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLICATION.
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license.
Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid drivers license and current copy of their driving record.
Eligibles referred for hiring consideration must successfully complete a medical examination, background investigation (fingerprints included), and drug screening as part of the pre-employment process.

Responsibilities

Operates passenger coach on an assigned route to meet a designated schedule; picks-up and discharges passengers at regular stops; checks for proper fare; issues and receives transfers; counts riders; assists passengers when needed.
Provides information to the public concerning routes, schedules, and transfer points; reports and accounts for lost articles; completes various reports, such as daily operation and accident reports.
Performs preoperational checks of coaches including damage or defects in body, tires, lights, mirrors, instruments, brakes, and other equipment for rider and driver safety and convenience: reports all defects or deficiencies found during such checks.
Monitor passenger behavior and contact appropriate personnel as necessary concerning transportation problems and concerns in a reasonable, timely manner to provide high quality services to passengers.
Operates passenger coaches on special routes.
Assist passengers with special needs; load and secure wheelchairs and related medical equipment to meet the needs of the passengers.
May instruct new drivers in the operation of passenger coaches in accordance with safety regulations and established procedures and schedules.
Performs assigned duties with a pleasant and congenial personality.
Performs related duties as required.

Benefits

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION: Accrue (8-14) hours per month.
SICK LEAVE: Accrue eight (8) hours per month.
HOLIDAYS: Eleven (11) annual holidays, one (1) floating holiday, and the employees birthday.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY: provided through California SDI program.
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $75 per month
FREE BUS PASSES: For bus driver, registered domestic partner, spouse, dependent children under age 18, and disabled children.
RETIREMENT: Full-time employees participate in the City of Fresno Retirement System, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. Part-time employees participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.