Transit Driver-CDL

Frederick County Government•Transit - Frederick, MD

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Transit Services of Frederick County is hiring a full-time Transit Driver to operate transit buses and other Transit vehicles, transporting the general public—including people with disabilities—on deviated and fixed routes within approximately a 100-mile radius. The role serves varied vehicle and service types and supports public transportation connections to jobs, healthcare, education, and other community needs. The position is grant-funded, non-exempt, and eligible for compensatory time and/or overtime. It works 40 hours per week on varying shifts between 5:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday; shift and Saturday differentials may apply. New hires must complete 40 hours of in-office training within their first 30 days. Supervision is received from the Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager. The grant determines the position’s duration. The compensation package includes full benefits and a $5,000 sign-on bonus paid in three installments: $1,000 after 30 days, $2,000 after successful completion of the probationary period, and $2,000 after one year of satisfactory performance. External hires are offered the base wage rate; the stated upper pay range may reflect wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. The role requires assisting passengers as needed, including helping them board and depart and securing wheelchairs. Other duties include inspecting, cleaning, and fueling vehicles; performing minor maintenance; reporting needed repairs; maintaining mileage, ridership, trip summaries, and other records; collecting survey data; attending job-related training and seminars; serving on staff committees; and providing occasional office assistance. The position is subject to DOT physical and licensing standards and post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and random drug and alcohol testing. It is designated as essential personnel and requires reporting during inclement weather or other emergency events.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
A valid Class A or B commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement and successful completion of the airbrakes knowledge and skills test, or an equivalent license from another state; a copy of a current driving record is required at interview.
Knowledge of traffic and safety rules and accident prevention.
Skill in operating transit vehicles on a variety of roads and routes.
Accurate math and clerical skills to calculate mileage, travel time, route schedules, costs, and related figures.
Ability to learn to operate all Transit fleet vehicles.
Ability to obtain and maintain County Authorized Driver Privileges.
Ability and willingness to work in varied driving conditions.
Ability to satisfy Department of Transportation requirements for periodic physical examinations and licensing standards.
Ability to read road and street maps.
Ability to learn communities, roads, and public facilities in Frederick County and surrounding areas, and apply that knowledge to read maps, plan routes, and provide directions.
Ability to assist people boarding and departing vehicles, secure wheelchairs, and perform general vehicle maintenance.
Available for varied working hours as needed.
Must undergo applicable post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and random drug and alcohol testing.
Must report to work during inclement weather or other emergency events.
Must complete a pre-employment DOT physical examination, DOT drug test, and fingerprint-supported background investigation as part of the examination process.

Nice To Haves

Driving experience transporting passengers.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, requirements, and policies regarding public transportation services, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge while performing the job.

Responsibilities

Transport customers on deviated and fixed route assignments using various vehicles and service types, within approximately a 100-mile radius.
Assist passengers in boarding and departing the vehicle when necessary, including securing wheelchairs on board.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Clean and fuel the assigned vehicle and perform minor maintenance functions, maintaining a clean working environment.
Record and report needed repairs to supervisors.
Record and report mileage and ridership.
Maintain a daily activity trip summary and other related reports.
Collect survey data as needed.
Participate in job-related training and seminars.
Serve on staff committees.
Provide occasional office assistance.
Perform other related duties as required.
Report to work during inclement weather or other emergency events as essential personnel.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus paid in three installments, subject to the stated employment milestones.
11 days of vacation leave, increasing after 2 years of employment.
15 days of sick leave with unlimited annual carryover.
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holidays.
Day 1 coverage of medical insurance plan options, including a County Health Savings Account contribution for employees enrolled in the high-deductible plan.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee Health Center with no- or low-cost primary and urgent care.
County-paid group term life insurance equal to 2x annual salary and Accidental Death & Dismemberment benefit.
County- and employee-funded defined benefit pension plan, with vesting after 5 years of service.
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, and other eligible service.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Wellness Program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Other employee-paid benefits include a Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and a Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Full benefits.