(Part-time) Shuttle Driver

Huron-Clinton Metroparks•Harrison Township, NJ

1d•$19

About The Position

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Drives bus to transport passengers over an established route with designated stops according to schedule, or as needed. Develops and maintains favorable working relationships with park guests and other park employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employee shall perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma/GED
Must possess a valid MI CDL Driver’s License with proper endorsements (P)
Must be at least 18 years of age.
No more than 2 moving violations and/or at-fault accidents on driving record in the past 3 years. No drug or alcohol related conviction on driving record in the past 5 years.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to assist customers.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Previous driving experience in similar vehicle (large shuttle van or bus)
Previous customer service experience

Responsibilities

Deliver customers to appropriate destination in a safe and courteous manner
Greet each customer personally in a friendly and welcoming manner
Operate the shuttle in accordance with all laws and regulations while following park policy to ensure a safe and pleasant operating environment
Assist customer(s) load and unload, enter and exit vehicle and miscellaneous customer needs
Notify Manager of any customer or vehicle problems including daily maintenance, including but not limited to ensuring proper oil, tire and fluid levels
Provide appropriate park information, distribute maps and handouts as required
Communicate with dispatch via 2-way radio or cellular phone
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Transport park guests between designated pickup points
As necessary, assists passengers on and off bus
Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort
Complies with local traffic regulations; drives safely in all situations
Reports accidents, or injuries to designated Dispatcher
Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with bus transportation rules and regulations promulgated by local, state and federal agencies
Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to written procedure
Ensures that bus is parked correctly
Ensures that vehicle fuel tank is filled at beginning and end of shift
Cleans interior and exterior of bus after each trip
Notifies dispatcher of any civil driving infraction, receipt of traffic ticket, suspension of license, expiration of driving credentials, etc. as soon as it occurs.