Bus Operator - Full-Time

Summary of Job Duties

The Bus Operator is responsible for the safe operation of a large passenger motor vehicle and transporting passengers to specific destinations within the general area. This position is responsible for performing prescribed pre/post-operational safety maintenance checks; accumulating and recording statistics for daily reports on fixed route service; and must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

This position could be subject to shift rotation resulting in shift differential. Regular, non-disruptive, and reliable attendance is an essential job duty, as well as the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
  
• At least two years of driving experience
  
• Valid driver's license
  
• Preferred Qualifications: CDL Class B or higher with Passenger Endorsement
  
• Experience operating a large 35 and 40-foot transit vehicle on city streets in fixed route service
  
• Knowledge of DOT/CDL regulations
  
• Excellent customer service skills
  
• Ability to work with and learn technology
  
• Ability to succeed in a diverse working environment

Additional Information

Razorback Transit provides paid CDL training to obtain the required Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for this position. The cost of testing materials is reimbursed upon the successful completion of the written and skills test for the CDL license.

Special Instructions

• To Applicants: Please upload a copy of U.S Driver's License.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry Check
• MVR (Motor Vehicle Registry) check
• DOT drug screening
• DOT physical

Salary Information

$43,680 - $56,160 Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Caitlin Hughes, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, cmmitche@uark.edu

All Application Materials Must Be Uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Please upload a copy of U.S Driver's License.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry Check
• MVR (Motor Vehicle Registry) check
• DOT drug screening
• DOT physical

Benefits Eligible

Yes