BUS OPERATOR - Range 13 / TMS

About the role

The positions are represented by the Teamsters Local 959 and are subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Teamsters Local 959.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Customer Service Ambassador for the Municipality of Anchorage and the People Mover system by providing safe, efficient, and quality transportation service to customers.
• Transport customers by operating any type of revenue vehicle during regularly scheduled routes and special service routes while observing safety rules and regulations, State and Municipal laws, and route time schedules.
• Respond to inquiries and assist customers with various information and help.
• Operate the fare collection equipment, mobile display computers, and head signs.
• Ensure automatic stop announcement system is working or announce major stops and transfer points in the event of system malfunction to ensure customers are aware of stops along the routes.
• Assist persons with mobility devices as required and secure mobility devices in accordance with policy.
• Administer People Mover policy and procedure in special circumstances (e.g., service interruption and emergencies).
• Perform other required duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and have at least one (1) year of experience as a licensed motor vehicle operator.
• Must possess a valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B (or greater) with an Unrestricted Passenger Endorsement, No Air Brake Restriction, and satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
• Applicants with a restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.
• OR A valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B (or greater) with an Unrestricted Passenger Permit (must obtain passenger endorsement within 30 days of hire), No Air Brake Restriction, and satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
• Prefer candidates with excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences as outlined in the job description.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

See the benefits section for details.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Hours vary Monday through Sunday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m.; Shift work based on seniority; May be required to work on non-scheduled days as the need arises.