TRANSIT DRIVER - SUBSTITUTE

City of Bettendorf, IA • Bettendorf, IA

85d

About The Position

The primary job duty is to safely operate a city transit bus while maintaining the most accurate schedule possible. This position involves various responsibilities including operating transit buses on established routes, assisting passengers, collecting fares, and ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers.

Requirements

• Requires a level of knowledge normally acquired through the successful completion of high school or a GED equivalency.
• Requires a minimum of six (6) months experience in the operation of a vehicle on public thoroughfares.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with passenger endorsement.
• Must be subject to Federal Transit Authority Random Drug & Alcohol Testing Program.

Responsibilities

• Operates transit buses on roadways according to an established route and schedule.
• Stops transit bus at designated areas and assists passengers to safely enter the vehicle.
• Operates wheelchair lift as required to help passengers enter the vehicle.
• Collects punch passes, monthly passes, and ensures accurate payment of transit fares.
• Sells punch passes and monthly passes to passengers as necessary.
• Monitors behavior of passengers, ensuring that they remain seated and follow proper safety precautions.
• Provides transfers, route schedules, maps, directions, and other information requested by passengers.
• Responsible for daily inspection of vehicles, including pre-trip and post trip inspections, to ensure proper mechanical operation.
• Responsible for cleaning driver and passenger areas daily and ensures the bus is equipped with adequate supplies.
• Reports transit bus mechanical problems to Operations Coordinators.
• Responsible for refueling the bus at the end of the day.
• Maintains records of passenger usage; reports traffic accidents and stalled vehicles to Operations Coordinator.
• Responsible for the weekly cleaning and upkeep of buses and shelters, which may include working on an occasional Saturday based on the needs of the department.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED