Motorcoach Operator

Position Summary

Operate a Transit bus over an assigned route on a time schedule; pickup and transport passengers and discharge them at destination in a safe and courteous manner; properly monitor fare collection; demonstrate appropriate public relation skills in public interactions. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

About the Role

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Obtain all required work materials in preparation for daily work assignment;
• Conduct required pre-trip inspection;
• Check emergency equipment, wheelchair securement devices, boarding equipment, and the interior and exterior of vehicle for damages;
• Operate a Transit bus over an assigned route on a time schedule; pickup and transport passengers and discharge them at destination;
• Properly monitor fare collection;
• Ensure safety of passengers;
• Congnient and professional manner;
• Provide ongoing customer service to include maintaining professional courtesy in stressful situations, making public address announcements, properly answering questions and solving transit related concerns;
• Provide assistance and accessibility for disabled passengers in boarding on and off buss including operating the access lift and/or ramp, securing mobility aids and announcing designated stops;
• Report mechanical malfunctions on vehicle defect card;
• Check tires and other safety features periodically or at the end of the line;
• Properly complete and submit required reports and other forms for accidents, injuries and incidents, lost articles or other situations as necessary;
• Perform radio dispatch duties as assigned;
• Check vehicle for lost articles;
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties;
• Aid in the training of student operators.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation;
• One (1) year of experience in customer service dealing with the general public;
• At least 18 years of age.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire;
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire;
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) class B with Passenger (P) endorsement within a two (2) week period from completion of City training;
• Maintain CDL once obtained;
• Pass U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) physical exam and required drug testing;
• Successfully complete Motorcoach Operator training.

Skills

• Customer service;
• Public relations;
• Vehicle maintenance;
• First aid;
• Emergency response;
• Radio dispatch;
• Physical endurance;
• Manual dexterity.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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