Bus Operator 35 Hours

City of Loveland•Loveland, CO

12h•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Transports City of Loveland residents, which includes seniors, persons with disabilities, general public, and students in a skillful, caring, responsible and safe manner. This position reports to the Operations Supervisor. The work schedule for this position is varying hours and includes early mornings, late evenings, holidays, special assignments and events. The Bus Operator with COLT will operate with a commitment to the One City, One Team approach, positively collaborate with team members and residents, and show a dedication to excellent service with courtesy and kindness!

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED.
A valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with P passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions required.
Possession of a Class B CDL learner's permit prior to start date, with the ability to obtain a class B CDL with a P passenger endorsement within two (2) months of hire date may substitute.
Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification, or have ability to obtain certifications within six (6) months of hire date.
Superior customer service skills.
Make sound judgments and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations.
Follow instructions and communications in both oral and written form.
Communicate in a positive, friendly and professional manner with passengers, staff and the general public.
Technical ability to safely operate all COLT transit vehicles, operate controls, pedals, levers and switches found on transit vehicles, read gauge and assess the safe operational condition of vehicles.
Transport passengers to predetermined fixed route stops and scheduled paratransit locations; assist passengers in getting on and off transit vehicles; ability to safely operate a wheelchair lift.
Complete daily tasks including inspection of vehicles to verify that the vehicle is functioning properly.
Make recommendations on vehicle maintenance as required; operate a two-way radio and use proper radio communications.
This position is considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.).
This position requires a CDL.
Employees in this position are subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Training in Passenger Assistance Techniques, including sensitivity training for persons with disabilities, drug and alcohol awareness and defensive driving desired.
Some experience related to transporting passengers and/or working with the disabled is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides superior customer service to a diverse population of clients.
Safely transports passengers either in transit or paratransit vehicles.
Assures all passengers are treated in a respectful, friendly manner, while encouraging a safe environment.
Daily performs pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and records the results on the Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR).
Communicates any vehicle deficiency to the Operations Supervisor.
May be assigned to bus cleaning rotation which consists of moving buses into the shop facility, loose item collection, exterior window cleaning (time permitting), exterior mirror cleaning and running the bus through the bus wash (weather permitting).
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
Discounted Chilson Center passes
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Employee Recognition Program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program