Bus Driver (Full-Time)

City of Mankato•Mankato, MN

About The Position

The Bus Driver operates medium- and heavy-duty coaches, including mobility buses, on assigned schedules and routes and on special trips. The position promotes transit service through positive public relations and performs work guided by the City of Mankato’s organizational values. Drivers ensure passengers are transported safely, provide assistance as needed, maintain schedules and records, and carry out vehicle inspections and related paperwork. Work hours are determined by the bid route and vary by schedule; weekday, evening, and weekend availability is required.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years of age.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in Minnesota.
Must possess, or obtain within 60 days of employment, a Class B CDL with passenger endorsements and no air-brake restriction for buses larger than 15 people including the driver or weighing 26,001 pounds gross vehicle weight.
CDL holders must comply with 49 C.F.R. 383.71 and 383.5 to maintain CDL privileges.
Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
Must satisfactorily complete a driving background examination, DOT physical examination, and drug screening as required under 49 CFR Part 655.
Must have a driving record clear of revocations, suspensions, and cancellations for the past three years.
Must satisfactorily complete and pass City-provided accredited defensive driving, eight-hour passenger assistance, first aid, abuse prevention, CPR, and fire extinguisher courses.
Must meet the expectations for the work functions and the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
Must comply with organizational and departmental policies, including data-practices policies and standards for not-public data.
Must complete cannabis pre-employment drug testing because this is a safety-sensitive position.
Must be available to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends; schedule varies by bid route.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Minnesota CDL Class A or B with passenger endorsement and no air-brake restrictions.

Responsibilities

Safely operate medium- and heavy-duty coach buses over prescribed routes, including mobility buses when assigned.
Ensure the safe transport of passengers and safely pick up and discharge them at designated stops.
Maintain accurate, on-time bus schedules and issue transfers.
Assist passengers, including loading, unloading, securing, and tying down wheelchairs and supporting passengers who need additional assistance.
Provide the public with information about bus schedules and times, and communicate tactfully and courteously with passengers.
Observe safety and traffic regulations.
Record ridership for each trip and operate the farebox and marquee.
Report bus defects and needed repairs.
Complete accident and incident reports and promptly complete paperwork following an accident.
Operate a two-way radio and report dangerous situations, road conditions, vehicle accidents, or crimes to the dispatcher.
Inspect the bus and complete paperwork before leaving and upon returning to the garage.
Maintain an accurate inventory of revenue supplies.
Clean buses or perform other assigned tasks during scheduled periods when driving is not required.
Use a public address system to announce important locations to passengers.
Attend mandatory staff meetings and safety trainings or videos.
Perform other related work as assigned or apparent and meet attendance requirements during regular work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.