Job Description

Transit Bus Driver Position

Our client is seeking potential that play a vital role in keeping our community connected. They're seeking reliable, safety-focused individuals to operate our fleet of transit buses, providing essential transportation services to residents throughout our service area. 

Physical Requirements & DOT Compliance

Must be able to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination

Daily Physical Demands:

• Sitting: 7 hours daily
• Standing: 2 hours daily
• Bending/Walking: 1.5 hours daily
• Stooping/Twisting/Turning/Climbing: 1 hour daily
• Kneeling/Balancing: 30 minutes daily
• Crouching: 15 minutes daily  

Lifting & Carrying Requirements:

• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs for 3 hours daily
• Carrying/Pushing: Up to 20 lbs for 1.5 hours daily
• Pulling: Up to 20 lbs for 15 minutes daily 

Passenger Assistance Capabilities:

• Ability to safely load and unload passengers
• Physical capability to kneel or crouch as needed
• Ability to assist passengers on and off vehicles (may require managing total weight of 300+ pounds)
• Push and pull capabilities for wheelchair accessibility

Environmental & Sensory Requirements:

• Tolerance for temperature changes, gas fumes, and dust
• Excellent balance and reaching ability
• Good finger dexterity for vehicle controls
• Vision: Good sight with depth perception and color vision
• Hearing: Ability to hear and comprehend dialogue clearly
• Communication: Clear speech and ability to be understood

Additional Physical Capabilities:

• Extended periods of sitting and/or standing
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, balancing
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Use of hands for fingering and tactile feedback

Compensation Structure

Without CDL:

• Starting: $16/hour
• After successful completion of training: $17/hour

With CDL (no P endorsement):

• Starting: $17/hour
• After successful completion of training: $18/hour

With CDL and P endorsement:

• Starting: $18/hour
• After successful completion of training: $19/hour

Schedule

• Training Period: First week 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Permanent Schedule: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• Additional: Every Saturday with one weekday off

Primary Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely and efficiently
• Collect fares and handle monetary transactions
• Maintain professional customer service standards
• Ensure passenger safety during boarding and alighting

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to obtain CDL within specified timeframe (if not currently held)
• Pass DOT physical examination
• Pass background check and drug screening
• Strong customer service skills
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

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