Licensed Bus Operator
About The Position
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Transportation, the Licensed Bus Operator provides safe, professional, and efficient transportation for internal and external guests aboard passenger buses. The role delivers service in alignment with brand standards, with a focus on professionalism, anticipatory service, guest comfort, and enthusiasm. The operator contributes to a positive and productive environment for patrons and employees, maintains a positive public image, and offers authentic greetings and cordial farewells. The operator safely drives passenger vehicles to assigned destinations on schedule while following applicable passenger-carrier regulations. Duties include monitoring traffic and weather, identifying mechanical problems, communicating operational updates by radio, completing required vehicle inspections, operating ADA-accessible lifts when needed, reporting safety concerns and accidents, assisting guests with questions about resort and casino services, and maintaining clean vehicles. Other duties may be assigned to support department operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the stated minimum education requirement.
- At least three years of commercial driving experience required.
- At least five years of equivalent experience as a route delivery driver, including postal driving, medical transport, or delivery of goods and services, required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier required.
- May be required, at the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including operating a motor vehicle, sitting, walking and standing for extended periods, and moving objects up to 40 pounds occasionally.
Nice To Haves
- School Pupil Activity Bus (SPAB) certificate preferred.
- Advanced vehicle operations knowledge and intermediate maintenance experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate passenger vehicles in compliance with federal and state passenger-carrier regulations, transporting guests safely to assigned destinations according to schedules.
- Monitor traffic and weather conditions and identify potential road hazards and vehicle mechanical malfunctions.
- Operate ADA-accessible lifts when needed.
- Relay operational updates by radio, including road hazards, unsafe conditions, location, passenger load status, and estimated arrival and departure times.
- Follow Federal Department of Transportation, California State, and California commercial driver handbook rules and regulations.
- Complete federally mandated pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report vehicle conditions or defects that could affect safety.
- Safely remove passengers from the bus in the event of an accident and report accidents, vehicle damage, and passenger-safety concerns to appropriate parties.
- Provide professional, hospitable guest service, accommodate special requests when possible, and assist with inquiries about resort and casino services, operating hours, personnel, and events.
- Keep vehicles clean by sweeping, cleaning spills, disposing of trash, and cleaning windows and mirrors for visibility.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support efficient department operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
