Transit Vehicle Operator Fort Bragg

Mendocino Transit Authority•Fort Bragg, CA

1d•$25 - $29

About The Position

For 50 years, MTA has been helping our community get where it needs to go, From seniors and students to workers and caregivers, we are a lifeline in Mendocino County. Today, we’re hiring the people who will drive the next 50. We can put you on the road to a great career helping people in your community! If you are looking for competitive pay, great benefits, job stability and work that truly matters, join the team at MTA! PAID Training! ($19.00 per hour - 8-10 weeks) GREAT PAY! $24.61 to $29.41 per hour after training EXCELLENT BENEFITS - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance CalPERS Retirement and Optional 457 Plan matched at 5.5%! PAID Vacation, Paid Holidays & Sick Leave NO EXPERIENCE Necessary The Transit Vehicle Operator (TVO) is responsible for safely operating a transit motor vehicle and providing reliable and efficient public transportation. SUMMARY OF DUTIES Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor and the direction of a Dispatcher, Transit Vehicle Operators:: Drives transit vehicles as assigned. Operates heavy-duty, medium-duty, or small buses along a fixed route while adhering to a timetable or operate a paratransit bus providing curb-to-curb (Dial-A-Ride) service. Collects fares, sell passes and provide information and assistance to passengers. This is a FULL-TIME position . Hours of operation: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, including weekends and holidays , for shifts as required.

Requirements

Ability to read maps and knowledge of geographical area, fare zones, routes, schedules, bus stops, and transfer points.
Ability to interact with the public and an ability to use courtesy, tact, and good judgment and ability to maintain a calm, diplomatic, and tactful attitude in dealing with difficult situations.
Ability to react to emergencies by following established procedures and remaining calm and self-assured.
Ability to work cooperatively with others, be respectful of co-workers, promote teamwork.
Work and communicate both constructively and effectively with Transportation Supervisors, Dispatchers, and other Transit Vehicle Operators.
Ability to interpret oral and written communications and accurately and legibly complete reports in English.
Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, calculate correct fares, and calculate correct change when selling punch passes and tickets.
Ability to communicate with an Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time; drive for extended periods of time; reach, rotate at waist, bend, stretch.
Possession of California Class C Driver’s License
MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN GREATER FORT BRAGG AREA
Successful completion of a California Department of Transportation Class B Drivers Physical
DMV Class B licensing requirements.
Minimum six years of legal and safe driving records.
Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to meet Real ID requirements at DMV.
Possession of a California Commercial Driver’s License with the required Endorsements (passenger and air brake) and any other licenses required to operate heavy-duty, medium-duty, small buses, and paratransit buses.
Knowledge of proper two-way radio etiquette, and ability to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and other Transit Vehicle Operators using a two-way radio and cellular device.
Knowledge of MTA Operating Policies and Procedures, and ability to implement policies in a calm and professional manner.
Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance routines, and the ability to detect and report obvious or suspected mechanical and maintenance problems on the vehicle.

Responsibilities

Drives transit vehicles as assigned.
Operates heavy-duty, medium-duty, or small buses along a fixed route while adhering to a timetable or operate a paratransit bus providing curb-to-curb (Dial-A-Ride) service.
Collects fares, sell passes and provide information and assistance to passengers.