Transit Driver – On Call

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa • Red Cliff, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transit Driver is an on-call position based at the Red Cliff Transportation Building. The role assists with covering bus schedules as needed and depends on available transportation funding. The driver operates transit buses and vans of various sizes and performs routine and preventive equipment maintenance. Work follows the established Red Cliff Band “Work Week” policies. Schedules may require early hours, nights, weekends, holidays, or work as weather dictates, in accordance with the employee handbook.

The position receives direction from a supervisor and interacts with Tribal staff and members of the public who use Red Cliff Tribe transportation services. The driver follows Bay Area Rural Transit policies and procedures and must communicate effectively, follow instructions, and provide respectful, professional service. The position may involve local vehicle travel within a 100-mile radius. New hires must pass a drug test before starting; the position is also subject to random drug and alcohol testing under Department of Transportation rules. Applicants are subject to a background investigation and related Tribal requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Must be eligible for coverage under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Must communicate effectively with others and follow specific instructions.
• Must be able to communicate using a telephone and two-way radios.
• Good computer skills are required for bus pickups and drop-offs.
• Must be able to use emergency exits at any location on the bus.
• Must have close, distance, night/dusk, color, and peripheral vision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for interacting with members of the public using Red Cliff Tribe transportation services.
• Must be able to exert moderately heavy physical effort, up to 50 pounds, involving activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be physically able to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.
• Must complete the required Tribal application, background investigation disclosure, consent and reference release form, and submit a resume.
• New hires must pass a drug test before starting; the position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing under Department of Transportation rules.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience is preferred.
• A Wisconsin CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of the software system used by Bay Area Rural Transit, or the ability to learn it.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Ojibwe culture and traditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate transit vehicles, including buses and vans of various sizes.
• Follow policies and procedures set forth by Bay Area Rural Transit.
• Perform routine and preventive equipment maintenance.
• Assist with covering bus schedules as needed.
• Communicate with Tribal staff and members of the public and provide respectful, professional service.
• Follow applicable employee handbook procedures for schedules involving early hours, nights, weekends, holidays, or weather-related conditions.
• Perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed