Citibus Transit Driver | Part-Time

Definition

• Starting hourly pay: $21.20 for 6 months, $24.23 thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Operates various makes and models of motor passenger coaches.
• Picks up and discharges passengers according to time schedules.
• Ensures correct fare is deposited in the fare box.
• Issues and receives transfers.
• Safely attends to passengers with disabilities or in need of assistance.
• Completes trip sheets and reports on coach and equipment defects.
• Prepares accident reports.
• Inspects coach for condition of passenger area and functioning of safety devices.
• Cleans driver area and passenger areas as needed.
• Fills bus with fuel and logs gallons used.
• Checks for adequate supplies of transfer tapes, emergency transfers, schedules, and other items.
• Ensures safety of all passengers.
• Communicates with dispatcher via two-way radio.
• May work additional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• The equivalent of six months of successful work experience in the operation of a vehicle on public thoroughfares.
• Passes a physical examination and background check as prescribed by the city.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and passenger endorsements within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment.
• Good knowledge of municipal street locations and transit routes.
• State and city traffic regulations, signs and signals.
• Transit department policies and procedures regarding fares, schedules and passenger boarding.
• Bus operations and routine service requirements.
• Working skill in safe operation of public passenger coaches.
• Completing reports on fare box readings, accidents, and mechanical difficulties.
• Reading and following simple instructions.

Benefits

No benefits.

Application Instructions

• Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied, but did not obtain, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by Department of Transportation (DOT) agency drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two years?
• If you answered yes to Question 1, can you provide/obtain proof that you've successfully completed the DOT return to duty requirements?
• Have you ever violated a DOT drug and/or alcohol regulation?
• If you answered yes to Question 3, can you provide/obtain proof that you've successfully completed the DOT return to duty requirements?
• Do you possess a valid driver's license?
• Do you understand the starting hourly rate of $21.20 is non-negotiable?
• Does your application include experiences, certifications, and/or driver's license information which would demonstrate that you meet ALL required minimum qualifications for this position as listed in the job posting?