Bus Driver, (Non-CDL)

About the role

The purpose of this classification is to drive/operate a bus or other vehicle to transport passengers between various locations.

Responsibilities

• Operates a van or other motor vehicle to transport clients, elderly citizens, handicapped persons, children, and other passengers to medical facilities, shopping facilities, senior center, schools, day care centers, places of employment, or other destinations according to schedule;
• Picks up passengers from scheduled locations;
• Aids elderly/disabled passengers and their packages into or out of vehicle;
• Plans/organizes daily trip routes/schedules to pick up or drop off passengers;
• Makes adjustments to planned routes/schedules due to traffic congestion, accidents, or other situations;
• Plans field trips, chartered trips, or other activities as required;
• Promotes positive customer relations and passenger comfort during trips;
• Greets and converses with passengers;
• Responds to questions and requests for assistance;
• Provides information related to van routes, schedules, destinations, fares, local directions, and other information;
• Aids disabled passengers or other passengers requiring assistance into or out of vehicle;
• Operates motorized wheelchair lift;
• Secures wheelchairs during transport;
• Ensures use of seatbelts;
• Maintains safety, welfare, and behavior of passengers on van;
• Administers minor first aid or obtains emergency medical assistance when necessary;
• Handles situations involving excessive noise, inappropriate language or actions, disruptive behavior, or other problems;
• Maintains discipline and intervenes in fights as necessary;
• Cohorts disciplinary issues as needed;
• Follows established safety procedures and traffic laws;
• Performs driving functions safely in various weather conditions;
• Marks traffic conditions surrounding van to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions;
• Reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations;
• Conducts pre-trip inspections of vehicles to verify safety and proper operations or to identify potential problems;
• Reports faulty equipment or operational problems;
• Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with department activities, which may include a multi-passenger van, multi-passenger bus, wheelchair lift, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, cleaning supplies, or first aid supplies;
• Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking fluid levels, cleaning/sanitizing interior of vans, washing/cleaning exterior of vans, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning storage/work areas;
• Marks preparation or completion of various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, daily logs, inspection logs/reports, destination reports, vehicle maintenance reports, fare reports, accident reports, timesheets, or other documents;
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, checklists, logs, lists, vehicle maintenance records, maps, directories, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation;
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, daily logs, inspection logs/reports, destination reports, vehicle maintenance reports, fare reports, accident reports, timesheets, or other documents;
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio;
• Provides information and assistance;
• Responds to dispatched calls or requests for service/assistance;
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, dispatchers, clients, passengers, the public, medical providers, community organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems;
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of traffic laws, safety regulations, and other applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulations;
• Attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED;
• Supplemented by vocational/technical training in vehicle operation, defensive driving, and CPR/first aid;
• Supplemented by two (2) months previous experience and/or training involving van/bus driving, vehicle operation, or passenger transportation;
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment;
• Valid Georgia driver’s license;
• May require possession and maintenance of a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s).

Skills

• Vehicle operation;
• Passenger transportation;
• First aid;
• Customer service;
• Emergency response;
• Communication;
• Driving under various weather conditions;
• Vehicle maintenance;
• Document preparation;
• Work with diverse populations;
• Handling emergencies;
• Coordination of work activities;
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations;
• Training and development.

Benefits

• Personal leave accrual;
• Observed holidays;
• Medical insurance;
• Dental insurance;
• Vision insurance;
• Life and AD&D insurance;
• Retirement plan (401K).