Motorcoach Operator

About the role

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. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

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; conduct business in a courteous 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.
• Assist in the training of student operators.
• Perform Sun Van Chauffeur duties as necessary.
• Perform other job related duties as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer service dealing with the general public.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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; must maintain CDL once obtained.
• Must pass U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) physical exam and required drug testing.
• Must successfully complete Motorcoach Operator training.
• Preferred experience in business‑related driving in delivery/sales or in the transportation of passengers.
• Working conditions: vehicle and garage environment; exposure to noise, fumes; work odd shifts, weekends and special events.
• Physical requirements: ability to sit for prolonged periods; constant handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, foot control (acceleration, brake), turn signals; frequent pushing and pulling motions, squatting (repeated), kneeling, and stooping (repeated bending); frequent walking up to one