Transit Bus Driver - Part-Time

Southeast Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission • Enterprise, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Assistant Transportation Director, the Bus Driver I uses established procedures to complete assigned daily schedules for transporting riders. The employee conducts physical inspections prior to trips and maintains daily upkeep of vehicle to ensure it is operating properly, performs various chores and errands, and completes daily activity report. The employee collects and documents fares and ensures safe operation of the transit vehicle over planned and scheduled service routes. This is an entry-level position in a job family where the employee performs the duties and responsibilities of this job according to all established policies, procedures, and regulations. This is considered a safety-sensitive job and is subject to a pre-employment background check and random drug screenings.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with the public is required.
• Possess a current and valid Alabama Driver's License and maintains insurability under the organization's policy for the duration of employment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding public transportation.
• Knowledge of regional road systems and geographical areas.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Alabama.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safety.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and defensive driving.
• Knowledge of safety rules including accident causation and prevention.
• Reading skills to understand, and interpret daily schedule, traffic signs, and other documents.
• Communication skills for effective communication both internally and externally, orally and in writing.
• Writing skills to accurately and legibly complete routine forms, records, and notes using correct English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Driving skills to safely operate a passenger bus.
• Math skills to accurately account for fares and fees.
• Ability to read and understand a road map.
• Ability to deal with all contacts in a courteous and patient manner.
• Ability to be cautious and alert when driving and assisting passengers.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in schedules and routes.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and use good judgment.
• Ability to escort passengers on/off the vehicle.
• Ability to maneuver and secure wheelchair bound patrons on/off the vehicle.
• Completion of lift and wheelchair safety, defensive driver, and fire extinguisher training within designated timeframes.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a professional transportation driver is preferred.
• Possess a current and valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operates a transit vehicle to transport clients to various locations within the SEARPDC service region.
• Transports passengers to required destinations.
• Receives driving assignments, and any additional schedules, from Supervisor.
• Receives daily driving route based on schedule for the most efficient route.
• Drives routes in a safe and efficient manner.
• Follows assigned daily schedules and reports any additions or cancellations to office.
• Provides escort and general assistance to passengers entering and exiting the vehicle.
• Maneuvers wheelchair clients onto transit vehicle and secures chairs in transit vehicle; operates electro-hydraulic wheelchair lift.
• Collects and documents appropriate fares from passengers.
• Maintains two-way radio contact with office to ensure safe operation of transit over various service routes.
• Reports complaints, accidents, or injuries to supervisor.
• Maintains daily logs and paperwork relating to vehicle operation to include time sheets, mileage/passengers' information, inspection sheets and work sheets.
• Reconciles monies to the schedule at the end of a shift.
• Completes and retains passenger information.
• Attends professional development to include scheduled driver training sessions, seminars, first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) courses.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle.
• Attends regularly scheduled driver training workshops and other training as assigned.
• Conducts daily pre-departure inspections of vehicle.
• Conducts daily post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Performs vehicle interior and exterior cleanup at the end of the shift.
• Conducts operator level maintenance to include checking levels of fluids (water, brakes, power steering, oil, windshield washer, etc.), and tires and belts.
• Refuels vehicle.
• Drives vehicle to maintenance facility for routine and scheduled maintenance.
• Reports vehicle problems to direct supervisor.
• Performs other job-related tasks as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED