Driver CDL

Estuary Transit District • Essex, CT

6d

About The Position

Full-time Bus Operators operate Estuary Transit District (ETD)’s various vehicles and safely and orderly transport passengers to and from their destinations. Duties include completing daily vehicle inspections; fueling and cleaning vehicles inside and out; maintaining accurate trip records; assisting passengers as needed; receiving and accounting for fares; communicating by radio; and performing other related duties assigned by the Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License with all required endorsements, including a public service endorsement.
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and F endorsement required for full-time Bus Operators.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of driving experience, with a good driving record for the preceding two years.
• Ability to perform all duties associated with operating a vehicle and physically lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply District policies and work independently without immediate and constant supervision.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and the general public and use good judgment in recognizing the scope of authority.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical performed by ETD’s physician.
• Subject to drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate ETD vehicles and safely transport passengers to and from their destinations.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections.
• Fuel vehicles and clean their interiors and exteriors.
• Maintain accurate trip records.
• Assist passengers as required.
• Receive and account for fares.
• Use radio communications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits comparable to those offered to Connecticut state employees.
• Employer-paid retirement plan with no employee contributions required.
• Employer-funded life insurance for all staff.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED