Transportation Driver PT

City of El Monte, CA • El Monte, CA

86d

About The Position

Under general supervision, operates buses and vans providing scheduled, special and dial-a-ride transportation services for the public; provides customer service and presents a positive image of the El Monte Transportation Division to the public; picks up and delivers transit passengers; assists disabled passengers in boarding and disembarking vehicles; inspects vehicles and equipment for safe operating conditions; and performs related duties as assigned. This journey level classification is responsible for independently performing the full range of transportation vehicle operations, customer service and safety related duties in support of the El Monte Transportation Division. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Requirements

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• Two (2) years (24) months experience within the last five (5) years in the safe operation of a transit, paratransit, recreation or school bus.
• Possession of a valid California School Bus Certificate or Commercial Class B Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement.
• Verification of Transit Training (VTT) Certificate, Air Brake endorsement, and current California Department of Motor Vehicle Medical Certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one (1) year, a CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates a diverse range of vehicles used to provide scheduled, special and dial-a-ride transit services for the public.
• Picks up and delivers transit passengers; assists disabled passengers in boarding and disembarking using specialized equipment where needed.
• Provides customer service and presents a positive image of the Transportation Division to the public.
• Operates transit vehicles safely under a variety of weather and road conditions.
• Performs thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Ensures that vehicles meet the safe mandated operating standards; reports the need for maintenance and repair work.
• Inputs passenger and route information via computerized tablet and/or paper route sheet.
• Checks schedules and routes; notes detours for road closures or special pick-ups.
• Collects correct fare and verifies eligible and valid passes.
• Makes prompt, accurate accident and incident reports; provides first-aid assistance as necessary.
• Contacts supervisor and/or emergency services as directed.
• Uses two-way radio or cellular device to report interruption of service or request medical assistance.
• Compiles data on passengers served; assists in preparing and maintaining a variety of records and reports related to services provided.
• Ensures vehicles operated are maintained in a clean and orderly condition.
• Responds to questions regarding routes, schedules, transfer points, and fares.
• Fuels assigned vehicles.
• Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED