Full Time Bus Driver

About the role

Provide safe, courteous and dependable transportation to public passengers of all ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate lift equipped buses carrying up to 18 passengers in all types of conditions while complying with BCHE policies and local, state, and federal traffic laws and regulations.
• Work collaboratively with all passengers, dispatch, personnel, Transit Manager, Transit Assistant Manager, other drivers, maintenance personnel, service providers (nursing home staff, business owners/operators, and community program managers).
• Handle decision making regarding bus problems/demanding situations (i.e. agitated/confused, ill passengers, mechanical failure, etc.) according to established procedures.
• Assist, load and unload passengers, provide transit services as prescribed on mobile data computer (MDC)/tablet.
• Review schedule daily and adjust to accommodate passenger needs and provide quality service in the safest and most efficient manner possible.
• Communicate via two-way radio with transit dispatcher and/or management on status of passengers, vehicle, and other associated concerns.
• Meet and maintain certification requirements set forth by the MN Department of Transportation’s office of Motor Carrier Services and/or other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct before (pre-trip), during and after (post-trip) vehicle preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with the MN Department of Motor Carrier Rules and regulations. Report all mechanical malfunctions to Transit office and insure documentation.
• Serve as Transit Express representative in promoting the service, maintaining a positive attitude when responding to passenger questions/concerns and in discussions with the public regarding transit operations.
• Document daily fuel use and vehicle miles as well as completing incident/accident reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transit Manager and Transit Assistant Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years bus driving experience; or Five (5) years as a licensed driver with previous experience preferably driving a larger vehicle (van or bus).
• Requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota. Ability to read and speak English as per FTA Safety regulations. Obtain a valid MN Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement (knowledge and skills test) free of any cancellations, revocations, suspensions or convictions and a clear criminal record. Must be at least 21 years of age. Pass required medical examination per Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations and drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the FTA. Additional training required: 4 hrs. First Aid, 4 hrs. defensive driving, 4 hrs. abuse prevention and 8 hrs. passenger assistance (renew certification every 3 years).
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Knowledge and skill in commercial bus driving. Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office and basic computer use. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral forms. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to analyze and respond to problems.

Benefits

Regular attendance is required. Attending meetings and training, as needed.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Brown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation. The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.

• Vacation: Varies Within Each Collective Bargaining Agreement And/or The Employee Handbook. The Following Is The General Overview Of The Vacation Benefit For Full Time Employees.
• Sick Leave: Full time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
• Paid Holidays: Most Employee Groups Observe The Following Holidays.
• Health Insurance: Full-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment. The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan.
• Life Insurance: Full-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment. $20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&D.
• Retirement: The County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association). Employees must participate as directed by Minnesota statutes. Contribution rates vary depending on position. Employee may obtain refund of employee contribution upon termination of service.
• Variable Benefits: Available on an elective basis at the employee's choice: Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Deferred Compensation (457b), Roth IRA, Supplemental Life, AFLAC Plans.