Fixed Route Bus Operator (Grade 9/8) (Continuous)

About the role

The City of Huntsville’s Public Transit department is seeking qualified applicants for Fixed Route Bus Operator positions. This is skilled work in the operation of medium and heavy-duty transit buses on fixed routes. Work involves responsibility for driving a medium and heavy-duty shuttle bus on a fixed route, and transporting passengers in a safe, courteous and professional manner. Work also involves responsibility for conducting daily vehicle inspections, collecting fares from customers and providing information, and performing basic record-keeping duties.

Responsibilities

• Drive a medium and heavy-duty shuttle bus on a fixed route, transporting passengers safely and courteously.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections to ensure the bus is in good working order.
• Collect fares from customers and provide information as needed.
• Perform basic record-keeping duties, such as logging trip times and fare collections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency.
• Significant experience in driving medium and heavy-duty transit and/or school buses, serving the public on fixed routes.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B (minimum), with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair of medium duty buses.
• Experience in the operation and care of a notebook computer.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Mental health/substance abuse support through TELUS Health.
• Retirement plan administered by the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA).
• Life insurance through Lincoln Financial Insurance Company.
• Disability insurance for eligible employees with one year of service.
• Voluntary life/AD&D insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Confidential financial wellness program through SmartDollar.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for life’s stresses.
• Health & Wellness Center offering cost-effective health care and on-line services.
• Voluntary deferred compensation plans: RSA-1 (State of Alabama) and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
• Sick leave accrual of 4 hours per pay period.
• Annual leave accrual based on years of service.
• Military leave plan paying regular salary for up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays observed annually including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Regular full-time schedule with specific hours to be determined.