Part-time Transit Operator - Senior Center

City of Murfreesboro•Murfreesboro, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. The purpose of this position is to provide safe, courteous, and on-time transportation to the general public.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations the business.
Must have a valid Class A, B, or C CDL driver’s license for public transportation in the State of Tennessee with a P endorsement.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
A current CPR and Standard First Aid certifications or the ability to acquire them within six (6) months of the hire date is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates transit vehicles to transport passengers over established routes according to set time schedules.
Collect fares, and issues transfers; provides verbal information to the public regarding routes, schedules, and transfer points.
Monitors radio communication while in route to ensure safe and timely arrival and departure times.
Conducts routine pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and associated documentation on assigned vehicles.
Cleans assigned vehicle after completion of a daily assignment or as necessary.
Regulates heating and cooling for passenger comfort.
Completes incident and accident reports.
Reports mechanical defects to immediate supervisor.
Monitors pre-established fares and records money, tokens, and transfers received.
Provides special care to elderly and individuals with disabilities; operates wheelchair lift equipment for passengers using mobility devices and those unable to use the stairs.
Attends meetings and training functions as assigned.
Performs other work as assigned.