Full Time Bus Operator
About The Position
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox to ascertain correct fare has been deposited, dispensing and collecting transfers. Filing a defect card daily, noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle. Reporting to dispatcher via radio any route detours, or whenever passengers might require assistance of police, medical or other services. Recording farebox readings and special passenger counts as required. Maintaining daily worksheet and completing accident/incident reports when necessary. Other duties as assigned or required. This position is subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Be able to obtain a valid class B Illinois Driver's License
- Must have a good work history and a record of safe driving (5 years)
- Must successfully pass a training and route familiarization program
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
Responsibilities
- Transports passengers on a pre-determined route
- Assists with route and fare information
- Assists with boarding and deboarding bus
- Monitors farebox to ascertain correct fare has been deposited
- Dispenses and collects transfers
- Files a defect card daily, noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle
- Reports to dispatcher via radio any route detours, or whenever passengers might require assistance of police, medical or other services
- Records farebox readings and special passenger counts as required
- Maintains daily worksheet
- Completes accident/incident reports when necessary
- Other duties as assigned or required
Benefits
- BENEFITS SUMMARY
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
