Full Time Bus Operator

EMBARK • Oklahoma City, OK

14h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Operations Division of the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and is under the direction of a Route Supervisor. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a bus in the transport of passengers, requiring sound judgment in emergencies. It involves skilled work of a routine nature in operating various types of buses, with assignments and instructions received in specific written and/or oral form.

Requirements

• Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood, both in person and by two-way radio.
• Has the ability to communicate verbally utilizing tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public.
• Possesses and maintains at least a valid Commercial Driver's License (class B) with a Passenger (P) endorsement learners permit by the first day of employment and has the full valid license no later than 60 days from the date of employment.
• Reads and comprehends at a level sufficient to understand and comply with route schedules and manifests.
• Possesses the mathematical ability to count money quickly to determine if proper fare has been paid.
• Possesses the mathematical ability to add and subtract schedule times to determine how long it takes to get from one point on the schedule to another.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Oklahoma CDL A or B with Airbrakes and Passenger endorsement
• CDL Permit A or B with Airbrakes and Passenger Endorsement.
• 1+ years with Customer Service and/or Public Service experience

Responsibilities

• Operates various buses in a safe, efficient manner for main line service, special events, charters, and paratransit service.
• Greets passengers, monitors fare collection, and helps explain fare structure to the passenger.
• Complies with route schedules notifying the Operations office when traffic/weather conditions hinder schedule adherence.
• Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood, both in person and by two-way radio.
• Uses radio to contact Operations office to report problems encountered in route such as bad road conditions, detours, passenger problems, and emergencies.
• Adheres to all standards of proper dress and grooming.
• Inspects bus, before beginning run, for safety and cleanliness. Reports any discrepancies to the Operations office, a supervisor, or reports problem(s) on the Operator's Daily Report.
• Fills out reports such as the Daily Operator's Report, surveys and Accident and Incident reports completely and legibly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees