Motor Coach Bus Driver

Position Overview

The Motor Coach Operator operates a 46 passenger bus.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Picking passengers up at assigned location without delay.
• Complete a pre/post trip bus inspection for each shift.
• Follow all traffic laws and regulations.
• Complete written reports as required.
• Follow your assigned route, making designated stops as required.
• Assists passengers with luggage as needed.
• Always ensure safety of the passengers, surrounding vehicles, as well as pedestrians and bicyclists while operating the vehicle.
• Make sure you have the proper and clean attire.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License Class A or Class B
• Passenger endorsement
• Airbrakes endorsement
• SPAB or School Bus certificate a plus
• Minimum 2 years driving charter bus
• Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background with no felony, DWI/DUI, controlled substance arrests or convictions; pre-employment drug screen; DOT physical and MVR check
• Must be able to successfully utilize GPS and electronic hours of service tracking technology
• Must be able to drive and work outside in all kinds of weather
• Ability to communicate by telephone, two-way radio and in person clearly
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must speak fluent English in a courteous, friendly and professional manner with supervisors, managers, customers, guests, co-workers and all other persons.

Physical Qualifications

• Must be willing and physically fit to be able to lift and move baggage (up to 75 lbs)
• Maneuver up and down stairs
• Repeatedly bend, kneel and stretch
• Must be able to remain stationary (sitting) for long, extended periods of time