BUS DRIVER

City of Amarillo

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career where you can serve your community and help others in need. Where a small interaction can brighten someone’s day and you have the opportunity to make a difference. As a City of Amarillo driver, you are responsible for keeping yourself and the citizens of Amarillo safe while providing public transportation. At the City of Amarillo, we provide employees the opportunity to receive the valuable training and resources needed to help obtain your CDL. As an employee, you will have professional growth opportunities and generous benefits. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, join our team today! The Bus Driver/Van Operator will perform a variety of tasks which include: Driving a vehicle, following all traffic laws, in a manner that will prevent any chargeable accidents, incidents, or passenger injuries. Safely operating a vehicle in all types of weather and road conditions Issuing day passes for passengers and tracking passenger counts and types. Completing daily pre/post-trip vehicle inspections Reporting all vehicle or equipment defects to the appropriate person promptly.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience.
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license or a Commercial Driver’s License with a P endorsement or be willing to obtain your CDL with a P endorsement.
If holding a CDL without the P endorsement, this must be obtained before orientation.
Must be able to pass a standard Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervisory personnel.
Ability to make sound decisions under stress and think clearly in emergencies.
Ability to effectively deal with personal danger including exposure to angry, ill, or violent persons.
Ability to safely drive all Transit Department vehicles including vehicles over 30’ in length.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate computers and other basic office equipment.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population of persons.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to respond tactfully in every situation.
Knowledge of all city, and state driving laws, and ordinances.

Nice To Haves

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining an applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.

Responsibilities

Driving a vehicle, following all traffic laws, in a manner that will prevent any chargeable accidents, incidents, or passenger injuries.
Safely operating a vehicle in all types of weather and road conditions
Issuing day passes for passengers and tracking passenger counts and types.
Completing daily pre/post-trip vehicle inspections
Reporting all vehicle or equipment defects to the appropriate person promptly.
Becoming proficient in the use of each type of wheelchair lift and mobility device securements.