Bus Driver - PT

Position Overview

Performs various tasks relating to the transport of passengers in a passenger bus for District 6. This is a part-time, on-call, as-needed position. Must be available for flexible schedules including out-of-town, overnight, and weekend trips.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates a tour bus safely and efficiently.
• Assists passengers in boarding and exiting vehicle, if required.
• Maintains awareness of traffic and weather conditions and reports potential issues to dispatch.
• Reports accidents or safety concerns to dispatch.
• Monitors and reports malfunctioning items or damage on a vehicle.
• Ensures proper inspection of vehicle at start of each shift, including headlights, turn signals, brakes, air conditioning/heating, mirrors, tire pressure, windshield wipers, and vehicle damage.
• Responsible for cleaning and refueling vehicle during shifts.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness inside and outside of the vehicle.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in the operation of a passenger bus.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of people.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle safety regulations.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR techniques.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on small commercial vehicles.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent navigation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to drive a tour bus.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Other Requirements

• At least 21 years old and hold a valid Alabama Driver's License.
• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.
• A satisfactory driving record with no more than 2 moving violations and no accidents within the past three years, no suspensions, disqualifications, or revocations.
• Two years of verifiable experience operating commercial or large vehicles or completion of a qualified, comprehensive driver training program.
• Maintain a good driving record with the Alabama Department of Public Safety.
• Pass a drug screen and physical.
• No prior history of drug/alcohol abuse or addiction.
• No conviction of a felony, crime of moral turpitude, or driving offense involving alcohol or other drugs.

Schedule

As needed; weekend flexibility; up to 29 hours per week.