Public Transit Operator

About The Role

CITY OF KINGMAN PUBLIC TRANSIT OPERATOR PUBLIC WORKS

• Benefits: Learn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives.

• We’re seeking a Public Transit Operator to provide safe and reliable transportation services to residents throughout the City of Kingman. This role operates public transit vehicles along assigned routes and supports daily transit operations. This position requires a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and dependable service. The position may require early mornings, evenings, or weekend shifts as scheduled to support transit service operations.

About You

• You are safety-minded, dependable, and comfortable working in a public-facing role.

• You can work independently while following established routes, schedules, and procedures.

• You are comfortable assisting passengers and can communicate clearly with dispatch, coworkers, and the public.

• You take pride in operating vehicles safely and providing courteous service throughout your shift.

What You'll Need To Be Successful In This Role

• To be successful in this role, you must have:

  • A high school diploma or GED.

  • A valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class C or higher) with a “P” (Passenger) endorsement.

  • One (1) year of experience operating a transit bus or passenger van.

  • An excellent driving record.

  • The ability to complete pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing in accordance with City policy and FTA Safety Sensitive requirements.

  • Experience transporting or working with elderly and disabled individuals is preferred.

What You'll Do For The City Of Kingman Transit Operations & Passenger Transport

• Operate public transit vehicles along assigned routes.

• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting, operate wheelchair lifts or ramps, secure mobility devices and passenger equipment, and provide route and schedule information as needed.

• Complete daily pre/mid/post vehicle inspections, record findings, report mechanical issues, fuel and clean vehicles, and maintain vehicle log books.

• Collect fares, check passenger passes, complete required paperwork, transport collected fares to the Transit Office, and prepare accident and other required reports in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Communicate with dispatch, monitor onboard activity for safety concerns, assist with training and cross-training of other operators, provide backup support to other drivers, and assist dispatch operations when assigned.

Commitment to Safety and Wellness

• The City of Kingman is committed to ensuring a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees.

• It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety.

• Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable.

• The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness.

Personal Growth Opportunities

• The City of Kingman offers a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority.

• Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones.

• We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.

Leave

• 12 paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday each year.

• 16-35 paid vacation days per year.

• 6.15 hrs. 1-5 yrs.; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.

• 3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year).

Required

• Do you possess and plan to maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class C or higher?

• If yes, please list endorsements and expiration dates.

• Describe your experience in working with and transporting elderly, disabled and youth.

• Describe your experience providing transportation to the public, including the types of transportation vehicles used.

• Do you have (1) year experience in the operation of a transit bus or passenger van?

• If yes, provide explanation.