Bus Driver-Tripper

About the role

The City of Janesville seeks a dedicated individual to operate a transit bus on designated routes. This position operates safely, courteously, and efficiently, adhering to established rules and standards.

Responsibilities

• Daily bus driving on designated routes throughout the JT system, as assigned.
• Conducts all operations in accordance with established rules and standards, prioritizing safety.
• Provides excellent customer service to the public.
• Fare handling, providing route and scheduling information, conducting daily pre-trip inspections, necessary paperwork, sweeping of buses, and maintaining a timely schedule.
• Safely secures mobility devices on buses.
• Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum three years’ driving experience is required.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license is required.
• Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions within 60 calendar days of date of hire.
• Excellent driving record, as reported by State Motor Vehicle Department.
• Excellent prior work record.
• Experience transporting passengers (coach/school bus, transit bus, paratransit, shuttle van, minibus/cutaway, taxi, rideshare, etc.) is desired.
• Customer service experience is desired.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination including drug screen.
• Must comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report all unsafe activities or conditions to supervisor.
• Keeps daily record of completed tasks.
• Effectively learns and uses Information Technology processes aboard the bus, such as tablets for inspections and fare collection.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, paired with a strong customer service background, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to: Pass pre-employment physical examination including drug screen.
• Identify and report vehicle defects.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report all unsafe activities or conditions to supervisor.
• Keep daily record of completed tasks.
• Effectively learn and use Information Technology processes aboard the bus, such as tablets for inspections and fare collection.

Behaviors

• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with Transit Director, Assistant Transit Director, Transit Operations Supervisor, division supervisors and employees and general public.
• Interact positively with a diverse group of individuals and work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Reliable, timely, and proactive in the completion of duties.
• Strong ethics base built upon integrity, honesty, initiative, and respect.

Compensation

Competitive compensation package is offered based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and other benefits are available.

Pay

Salary range is determined based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Position is scheduled for job assignments associated with operating routes before and after school, resulting in no scheduled work hours during school breaks and in the summer.