Transit Operator

About the position

The City of Albany is now accepting applications for on-call Transit Drivers/Operators. We are seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to operate diesel and gasoline-powered buses on established routes, assist passengers, and maintain non-mechanical aspects of the buses. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing safe, reliable, and courteous transportation services to our community. If you want a flexible schedule while making meaningful impact on people's lives, we encourage you to apply! This position is open until filled, with first review of applications on April 1st. Applications received after March 31st will be reviewed and considered as needed. This posting may close at any time after March 31st without prior notice.

Responsibilities

• Operates diesel- and gasoline-powered buses on established routes.
• Assists disabled passengers and maintains non-mechanical upkeep on the buses.
• Complies with regularly scheduled bus routes, collecting fares, and providing information to passengers as needed.
• Safely and legally operates buses on various established assigned routes.
• Reports any changes to assigned routes or stops and adheres to schedule without exceeding posted speed limits.
• Demonstrates a courteous customer service attitude to the public and provides assistance when necessary.
• Responsible for passengers' safety including the enforcement of passenger regulations such as no smoking or eating on the bus.
• Responds to emergency situations and applies CPR and first aid.
• Maintains buses including fueling and cleaning; assures supervisor is aware of routine service and repair needs of assigned vehicles.
• Performs minor maintenance such as changing lamps as needed.
• Maintains an accurate accounting of daily passenger sheets, vehicle maintenance check forms, and other related records.
• Performs daily vehicle safety checks before operating the bus and reports any vehicle malfunctions to supervisor.
• Responds to public inquiries about bus schedules and procedures.
• Reports all bus and passenger accidents immediately to supervisor.
• Complies with all federal, state, and local transit systems policies and procedures.
• Represents the City of Albany by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner.
• Serves as a member of various City committees as assigned.
• Assists other staff in the performance of their duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.

Requirements

• One year's experience in driving trucks, buses, or similar equipment; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the job.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon commercial driver's license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement.
• First aid and CPR certification.
• Extensive knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques.
• General knowledge of Albany geographical areas.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment, first aid, and CPR.
• Ability to safely drive a bus and establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, passengers, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and handle passengers with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and control passengers on the bus while performing driving duties.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package to employees and eligible dependents.