Seasonal Driver - Public Transportation

Coast Transit Authority • Gulfport, MS

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About The Position

CTA is seeking school bus drivers with a stable work record and strong work ethic. Seasonal Drivers work during summer break, weekends, holidays, and/or special events. The role operates a bus to transport passengers on fixed-route and/or Demand Response Service safely and in accordance with local, county, state, and federal laws and company policies. This is described as a mid-level position requiring strong independent judgment to ensure passenger and public safety.

Requirements

• Must be able to transport the public safely, follow a set schedule, and maintain vehicle reports.
• Above-average communication and people skills.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and adapt to a variety of people and fellow employees.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including sitting for extended periods; lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.; moving up and down stairs; reaching overhead and below the knees; bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Must have a valid Mississippi CDL Class B license with a passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain a CDL.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass the company Drug and Alcohol screening test and comply with drug-free workplace policies and FTA/DOT guidelines.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination, including a vision test.
• Must be capable of performing all tasks in a variety of weather conditions.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Transport the public safely while following a set schedule.
• Operate a bus on fixed-route service and/or Demand Response Service in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Maintain vehicle reports.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED