Employee Transit Operator

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking Employee Transit Operators. Employee Transit Operators will be responsible for safely transporting Electric Boat employees along pre-planned routes, both to and from the shipyard and various off-site parking lots. Transit Operators will operate 44 -passenger 'school bus' style vehicles. This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of relevant driving experience
A Valid CDL Class B with Passenger (P) endorsement (must present document if selected for the position)
Valid Drivers License
Must pass a DOT medical Physical Exam and obtain a valid Medical Certificate (must present document if selected for the position)
Willing to work extended hours
Must be available to work all shifts
Ability to manage passengers and stay composed
Clear verbal communication with passengers and supervision
Situational awareness and vigilance to monitor road hazards and surrounding traffic patterns
Color Vision

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of relevant driving experience
Experience operating commercial buses, shuttle vehicles, or material handling trucks
Knowledge of basic vehicle safety protocols and material securement procedures
Military experience
Shipyard experience

Responsibilities

Operate 44-passenger buses to transport employees along designated routes
Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle before transporting passengers or material
Adhere to all federal, state, and local traffic laws and transit regulations
Assist passengers by answering route inquiries, announcing stops and maintaining an order environment
Communicate route delays, traffic disruptions and emergencies with Transportation Supervisor
Operate a stake-body dual-axle truck to pick up and deliver material in the shipyard
The ability to safely secure and transport material
Operate a shuttle vehicle (under 14-passenger bus)
Perform other duties as assigned