Transit Bus Driver (Full-time & Part-time)

City of Casper•Casper Area Transit, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Casper is hiring a full time and a part time Bus Driver to safely transport passengers and provide friendly, dependable public transit service to our community. This is more than just a driving job — it's a chance to serve your neighbors, stay active, and work with a team that keeps Casper moving.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old
Valid Wyoming CDL
Ability to obtain one with passenger endorsement in 6 months
Ability to pass a DOT physical
One year of bus driving experience preferred
A positive attitude and strong sense of safety
Knowledge of Customer service principles.
Knowledge of Defensive driving techniques.
Knowledge of Radio communication systems.
Knowledge of Applicable Federal, State, and local traffic laws and regulations.
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations.
Knowledge of Current transit operating policies, directives, and procedures, including emergency response.
Knowledge of Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) rules and regulations regarding safety sensitive positions, including pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing.
Knowledge of City geography including street names, number systems, directional orientation, and major landmarks.
Knowledge of Standard safety practices and procedures.
Ability to Work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to Maintain punctual and regular attendance to provide dependable service to the public.
Ability to Provide exceptional customer service by attending to the needs of a diverse customer base in a sensitive manner.
Ability to Operate voice radio equipment.
Ability to Comply with Federal and Wyoming traffic laws.
Ability to Comply with transit operating policies, directives, and procedures.
Ability to Safely operate all models and sizes of transit buses.
Ability to Remain calm and drive safely regardless of passenger, traffic, and weather challenges.
Ability to Assist in loading and unloading passengers and operate and/or utilize all standard safety equipment installed in transit passenger vehicles, including: safety harnesses, restraints, and wheelchair lifts.
Ability to Report hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and at passenger boarding areas.
Ability to Identify different amounts and denomination of money.
Ability to Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to Routinely practice the City of Casper core values.
Ability to Exercise reasonable judgement in decision making.
Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
Ability to Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including following instructions and direction.
Ability to Follow all City safety procedures and report all accidents/incidents immediately to supervisor.
Skill in Driving transit buses safely, including in inclement weather.
Skill in Basic math.
Skill in Preparing clear and concise reports.
Skill in Providing customer service.
Skill in Addressing unruly passengers.
Skill in Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with staff and the general public.
Skill in Oral and written communication, are sufficient to exchange or convey effective information.
High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) preferred.
Possession of a valid Wyoming Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Ability to obtain a passenger endorsement within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination by obtaining a DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate for a minimum of a one (1) year qualifying period and then maintain certificate thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Great job for retirees, students, or anyone seeking flexible hours!
Enjoy interacting with people from all walks of life
Can handle minor cleaning and inspections of your vehicle
Stay calm in traffic and know your way around Casper

Responsibilities

Operates all types of buses assigned for the purpose of transporting passengers.
Safely boards and discharges passengers, including operating a wheelchair lift.
Memorizes routes, transfer points, and fare structures. Adheres to time schedules and routes.
Receives and verifies payments; may handle cash. Follows internal procedures for accurate accountability with cash handling tasks.
Conducts routine pre/post safety inspections of bus to ensure the proper condition and appearance of bus and equipment. Reports to supervisor when routine and non-routine maintenance is needed.
Performs routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, emptying trash, and cleaning interior windows, on bus(es).
Maintains basic records of passenger counts and daily fares received.
Provides general customer service and communicates with the public regarding fees, policies, rules, schedules, routes, transfer points, and general information about transit operations.
Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.