Part-time Transit Van Driver

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Operating a diesel or gasoline driven transit van over scheduled routes and within scheduled timeframes
• picking up and dropping off passengers at various pre-determined locations
• helping monitor the conduct of passengers while being transported, entering and exiting the vehicle, and escorting passengers across streets when necessary to ensure their safety
• maintaining and/or monitoring the equipment so that it is clean and in safe condition, which includes keeping the windows clean, sweeping the interior, removing any items left in the transit van to District's offices for passengers' pickup
• making routine inspections of the vehicle to ensure everything is in good operating order, which includes checking the brakes, gas and oil levels, fire extinguisher, seat belts, doors, windows, wipers, transmission, lights, first aid kit, and other safety features
• reporting any unsafe findings or damage immediately to the appropriate District personnel, which may include taking vehicle to mechanic to be serviced for repairs and/or maintenance; also reporting any accidents and/or injuries to appropriate District personnel
• maintaining records and logs (on travel time, mileage, gas, purchases, passengers served, traffic accidents, and passenger injuries) and preparing applicable reports
• performing other related duties as assigned

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

• Valid CA Motor Vehicle Class B Driver's License and Passenger Endorsement, with excellent driving record
• Standard Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate desirable

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Graduation from high school, or G.E.D. equivalent
• Understanding and ability to apply safe driving practices
• Basic preventative maintenance of automotive equipment
• Knowledge of state and county traffic and motor vehicle regulations
• Ability to detect damage to vehicle and/or improper functioning of its mechanical systems
• Ability to work with all age groups
• Ability to follow and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to maintain order and compliance with safety rules and procedures
• Ability to organize time schedules, keep records and prepare reports
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• It is expected that this position will require standing and walking approximately 20% of the time or more
• occasional lifting, carrying and occasional push/pulling loads of up to 40 pounds
• some bending and occasional kneeling/squatting, reaching overhead/stretching
• occasional to frequent climbing stairs
• Visual requirements must meet DMV's standards