L.E.T.S Bus Driver- 29 hrs. Week

Livingston County was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press, based solely on employee feedback. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, the County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all residents.

Benefits

• MERS Retirement Plan & 401a with an employer match
• Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
• Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays (unused vacation and sick time rolls over)
• Up to $300 annual Wellness reimbursement* & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment
• Employee assistance program
• Pro-rated benefits based on date of hire

Pay

Starting pay is $21.17/hr. This position is eligible for step pay increases within the Non-Union Grade 3 Wage Scale, with a top end of $26.80/hr.

Schedule

This is a part-time, 29-hour-per-week position. Work hours vary per week from 0-40 hours depending on availability and scheduling. May require weekend or evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Drives L.E.T.S. vehicle to transport passengers to various destinations.
• Provides customer assistance to a variety of passengers ranging from school age to the elderly, including those with special needs or requiring additional assistance. Some transports require out-of-county travel and door-to-door service.
• Maintains a log of trips and number of passengers. Verifies monies, proper fares, fuel, and mileage.
• Operates chairlift to assist passengers in boarding the bus and ensures passengers are properly secured based on standards and guidelines.
• Performs Michigan Department of Transportation pre-inspection and required post-inspection of vehicle, records any deficiencies, and reports all maintenance needs to proper personnel.
• Fuels and cleans vehicle throughout the day or at the end of shift.
• Records and reports any incidents, injuries, or vehicle damage to proper personnel before the end of shift.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (the County may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience at its discretion).
• Must be able to attain a Michigan Commercial Driver's License - Class C with passenger endorsement.
• Must pass a Michigan Department of Transportation physical and drug screen prior to employment.
• Must obtain a Michigan Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's certification within ten days of employment and CPR training within six months of employment. Certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
• A good driving record.

Skills

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of safe driving techniques and providing customer service for transporting citizens.
• Considerable knowledge of County roads, reading maps, providing customer service while transporting passengers, working with a variety of people (including those with special needs), performing basic math skills, preparing receipts and daily log reports, and driving safely in all weather conditions.
• Skill in assembling data and preparing accurate reports.
• Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.
• Ability to assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations.
• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications and the ability to master data entry on department-specific software.
• Skill in the use of specialized vehicle transportation equipment such as chair lifts and securing passengers prior to transport.
• Skill in the use of electronic equipment on County vehicles.