CDL Bus Operator

City of Stevens Point•Stevens Point, WI

About The Position

Transit Bus Drivers are frontline representatives of Central Transportation, the fixed-route public transit system serving the Stevens Point area. Drivers operate transit system vehicles under supervision, transporting passengers along designated scheduled routes or on-demand services. They adhere to driving and vehicle safety regulations and ensure the safe, reliable, and professional operation of transit buses while providing courteous, responsive, and friendly customer service. Central Transportation provides fixed-route and paratransit services throughout the City of Stevens Point and the Villages of Whiting and Plover.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age and a safe driving record.
Valid Wisconsin Class B Commercial Driver’s License, or a valid Wisconsin Commercial Learner’s Permit with Knowledge, Passenger, and Air Brakes endorsements.
Successfully pass all job-related tests, including a pre-employment physical exam.
Be physically capable of operating assigned fleet vehicles and mobility equipment, assisting passengers to and from vehicles, entering and exiting vehicles, and maneuvering wheelchairs for loading, securing, and unloading.
Be capable of stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, and pulling heavy objects for routine and emergency tasks, and occasionally lifting equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
Proficient knowledge of Wisconsin traffic laws and the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and responsibly.
Ability to interact appropriately and courteously with passengers and the public.
Skill in identifying and reporting vehicle mechanical defects and following established routes and schedules.
Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to read maps and schedules, follow written instructions and agency policies, respond to official inquiries, and complete routine reports and records.
Ability to oversee fare collection and the use of passes or transfers.
Flexibility to work irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

A commercial learner’s permit is accepted; paid training is provided to help candidates obtain their license.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a transit vehicle and navigate traffic along assigned routes under varying environmental conditions, in compliance with traffic laws and departmental regulations.
Follow adopted routes, schedules, operating policies, and procedures.
Operate accessibility devices, including ramps and lifts, according to Authority and manufacturer instructions.
Use the vehicle intercom to communicate instructions and announce stops and transfer points.
Count passengers and account for and turn in collected fares daily.
Respond to passenger inquiries, maintain order on vehicles, and use authority and discretion to maintain passenger safety.
Use a two-way radio to stay in contact with the dispatcher.
Maintain records and logs and prepare reports, including accident, incident, and injury reports.
Conduct daily and periodic vehicle checks to maintain safe operating conditions and perform basic operational maintenance.
Advise a supervisor and mechanic of necessary repairs.
Clean the vehicle interior and wash its exterior daily.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.