Bus Operator

Summary

Responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation of senior citizens to and from the senior centers, daily trips and occasional overnight trips.

Pay Range: $14.69 - $18.14 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transport senior citizens safely to various destinations including senior centers, medical appointments, home, shopping, programmed trips, etc.

• Provide excellent customer service to seniors.

• Assist riders in getting on and off the vehicle.

• Contact seniors to confirm daily pickup schedules.

• Complete required daily and weekly vehicle inspections.

• Provide assistance as necessary in the event of an emergency during a senior trip.

• Follow City and Department policies and procedures on maintaining a safe and clean vehicle.

• Assist with daily custodial duties and set-up and break-down as needed.

• Assist with daily programs and activities as assigned Work department and City programs and special events

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class C, with Passenger Endorsement

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

• 2-4 years experience in passenger transportation, custodial services or similar

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems for a multi-passenger vehicle

• Comprehensive knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations

• Skill to read and understand maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

• Ability to read and understand written instructions

• Ability to operate a multi-passenger vehicle in a safe and economical manner

• Ability to recognize and reduce safety hazards during vehicle inspections and while driving Bilingual

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class C, with Passenger Endorsement

• CPR Certification required within 6 months of hire City of Garland

• Defensive Driving Certification within 6 months of hire

• First Aid, AED & CPR certifications within 6 months

• FEMA Courses 100 & 700 within 6 months

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in transit bus; Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.