Bus Driver

City of Clarksville • TRANSIT - 430 Boillin Lane Clarksville, TN

20d

About The Position

This is the second of five levels in the Transportation series. The Bus Driver transports customers in a large passenger vehicle, including driving students and/or staff to on-campus destinations and transporting riders to other applicable locations, including special events. The role may involve driving a bus or van on an assigned route, inspecting and cleaning the vehicle, performing routine minor maintenance, selling tickets and collecting fares, responding to transportation-related inquiries, and maintaining operational records. The employee must be available to work the APSU school schedule for the entire year and on weekends when APSU functions require transportation services. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• No experience is needed.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a “P” Endorsement.
• Knowledge of safe driving, cleaning, basic maintenance inspection, cash handling, customer service, and recordkeeping principles and practices.
• Ability to read maps and follow routes, conduct bus inspections and recognize defects, complete forms and logs, perform cleaning duties, and handle cash.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange information with coworkers, supervisors, and the public, and to receive work direction.
• Availability to work the APSU school schedule for the entire year and weekends when APSU functions require services.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly, as well as the listed movement, sensory, communication, and visual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus to transport riders to applicable locations, including special events.
• Perform pre- and post-trip bus inspections to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform routine cleaning activities.
• Perform routine, minor vehicle maintenance.
• Sell tickets and collect fares.
• Respond to inquiries or requests for information about transportation, routes, schedules, and related policies or procedures.
• Relay traffic hazards to dispatchers.
• Prepare and maintain operational records and reports.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED