Transit Driver

COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE • Longview, WA

2d • $21 - $21 • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides safe and timely transportation of Cowlitz tribal members and the general public within the Cowlitz Indian reservation, our service area of South Lewis County and Cowlitz County. Honors and represents the mission, vision, values of CIT and the Transit department. This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• 5 year Driving Abstract record required.
• Obtain and maintain Defensive Driving, PASS, Child Safety Securement, First Aid, CPR and AED certifications with three months of hire.
• Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
• Minimum requirement: Valid C Driver’s license.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening / investigation.
• Pre-employment drug screen.
• Reference checks, education and employment verification.
• Federal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks including fingerprint verification.
• Has not been found guilty of, charged with, received a deferred sentence, received a conditional discharge of, or entered a plea of not contest to, or entered a plea of guilty to any one felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation or sexual contact; prostitution; or crimes committed against person(s) or children.
• Required to pass DOT physical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and tribal customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of the Cowlitz Indian Reservation including all roads, highways, streets, and locations.
• Knowledge of CIT transportation procedures and policies.
• American Indian/Alaska Native and/or a Veteran status for hiring preference.

Responsibilities

• Ensures passenger safety; obeys all appropriate federal, state, local, and tribal laws and rules.
• Operates transit vehicle and equipment, including cellular communication and navigation equipment, handicap lift, and wheelchair and tie downs.
• Maintains daily trip logs.
• Performs daily inspection of transit vehicle, including gas, oil, and water, before departure.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance; details and sanitizes interior of vehicle; washes and details exterior of vehicle.
• Assists passengers with baggage and boarding and exiting vehicle.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation for passenger comfort.
• Operates transit vehicles on specified routes and time schedules; ensures clients arrive on time to appointments.
• Responds to emergency situations including traffic accidents, medical emergencies of passengers, and community disaster evacuation plans.
• Provides transportation to and from Cowlitz tribal events.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers of the operations.
• Maintains and enhances professional skills and techniques through participation in educational workshops, classes, and trainings.
• Trains new drivers as requested.
• Maintains confidential information.
• Adheres to safety procedures and utilizes safety apparel as appropriate.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions.
• All positions are required to adhere to CIT’s established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE).

What This Job Offers

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