Transit Operator

City of Albany•Albany, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Albany is currently accepting applications for a full-time Transit Driver/Operator position. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual 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 are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, and want to make a meaningful impact on people's lives, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

A high school diploma or its equivalent and one year of job-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Possession of a valid A or B Oregon Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brakes AND passenger endorsement and a driving record that meets the City’s driving standards.
Ability to pass post-offer background check, including driving history, and job-related physical required.
In accordance with Human Resources substance abuse policies, incumbents in this position are subject to the City's Drug & Alcohol testing program.
operating a transit bus in a safe and efficient manner
develop and maintain defensive driving skills
learn and implement city procedures, regulations, and requirements with respect to safety.
the operation of listed tools and equipment.
operate a transit bus in a safe and efficient manner
develop and maintain defensive driving skills
learn and implement city procedures, regulations, and requirements with respect to safety
effectively use oral and written communication in the performance of duties and responsibilities
use independent judgment and make decisions without direct supervision
report to work regularly and on time
provide high quality service to the public and other employees
establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public
operate computers for data entry.

Nice To Haves

May perform minor maintenance such as changing lamps as needed.
May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.

Responsibilities

Operates transit buses on various established assigned routes and adheres to schedule safely and legally.
Responds to public inquiries about bus schedules and procedures; and provides assistance when necessary.
Maintains an accurate accounting of daily passenger sheets, vehicle maintenance check forms, and other related records that may be required.
Reports any changes to assigned routes or stops and all bus and passenger accidents immediately to supervisor.
Responsible for passengers' safety including the enforcement of passenger regulations such as no smoking or eating on the bus.
Performs daily vehicle safety checks before operating the bus and reports any vehicle malfunctions to supervisor.
Maintains buses including fueling and cleaning; ensures supervisor is aware of routine service and repair needs of assigned vehicles.
May perform minor maintenance such as changing lamps as needed.
Represents the City of Albany by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
Works to create a high-performance work culture by demonstrating a positive attitude and modeling the City’s mission, vision, and values.
Conducts self with high integrity, proactive in conserving City resources, and seeks and incorporates customer feedback for ongoing performance improvement.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions.
Builds confidence in the city through own actions.
Effectively promotes and supervises a safe work environment. Complies with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
Ensures staff maintain a safe working environment in compliance with Federal, State, and City health and safety guidelines and regulations.
Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Serves as a member of various City committees as assigned.
Assists other staff in the performance of their duties as assigned.
Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.
Operates a motor vehicle safely and legally.
May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
Adheres to appropriate attire, grooming, and hygiene standards established for the position.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Benefits

Excellent benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost .
Employee-paid premium is approximately $56 per month for employee-only coverage up to a maximum of $162 per month for family coverage.
City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses with an annual contribution of $1,000 for employee-only and $2,000 for employee plus dependent(s).
Paid time off
8 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases
8 hours of sick leave per month
10 paid holidays
24 hours of floating holiday per year
Excellent retirement benefits: City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and City pays 6% IAP contribution)
City-paid .5% contribution into pre-tax deferred compensation plan
job-related college tuition and book reimbursement
employee assistance program
basic life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.