Temporary Bus Driver

City of Jacksonville NC • Jacksonville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Jacksonville is seeking caring individuals interested in working with our Youth Summer Programs within the Recreation Department as a Temporary Bus Driver. They will perform intermediate semiskilled work in transporting passengers and the regular operation of passenger buses; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. This position assists with the department's summer program. The projected end date will be approximately August 31.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• A current DOT Medical Card.
• North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License with an endorsement for air brakes at the time of employment and a passenger endorsement.
• Thorough knowledge of Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of City and state driving rules and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of practices and procedures of mass transit equipment operation.
• Thorough knowledge of city streets and geographical locations and layout.
• Thorough knowledge of safe work practices.
• Ability to operate mass transit vehicles and equipment; perform preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle; tactfully respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the citizens and the general public.
• Ability to operate a two-way radio; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Operating city passenger buses in the performance of transporting recreation participants.
• Operate City buses to transport passengers for special events.
• Drive and maintain a schedule; transport passengers to scheduled events; assist passengers in loading and unloading as needed; operate specialized loading and unloading equipment to assist wheelchair passengers in a safe and timely manner.
• Tactfully greet passengers; answer questions and provide information to the general public regarding rules, regulations and other information; refer sensitive inquiries and complaints to appropriate staff.
• Operate a two-way radio; report accidents; provide staff support in accident investigations.
• Prepare and inspect assigned vehicle for daily operations; check and maintain fluid levels; perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs as necessary; maintain and submit vehicle mileage records as requested.
• Ensure safety regulations, rules and codes are enforced and obeyed by passengers in assigned vehicle; report persistent violators.
• Maintain contact with supervisor and report on current position and conditions affecting the operation of the scheduled events as required.
• Performs related tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

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