Transit Driver

About the role

The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony is seeking a Full-Time Transit Driver to join their dynamic team. This position offers a competitive pay range of $17.84 to $21.94 per hour, along with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate buses along designated routes while adhering to established schedules.
• Ensure a courteous experience for passengers and maintain order within the vehicle.
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections, checking fluid levels and ensuring the bus is in top condition for service.
• Operate wheelchair lifts and restraints for passenger safety and comfort.
• Regulate heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Receive passenger surveys and collect fares, verifying passes (ID for validity).
• Conduct thorough inspections of the vehicle, noting any defects and maintaining accurate records.
• Remain calm under pressure, particularly in challenging traffic or weather conditions.
• Engage with passengers daily, providing information about routes and schedules while collecting fares.
• Promote positive passenger relations by greeting passengers in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Collect fares and issue transfers, giving information concerning routes, fares, schedules, and transfer points.
• Secure and turn in articles found in the vehicle, completing trip and other reports.
• Distribute and receive passenger surveys.
• Receive input from passengers in a polite manner and attempt to provide appropriate information.
• Refer information to supervisor and make suggestions for safety and route improvements.
• Report observed accidents, hazards, and other circumstances requiring attention to supervisor.
• May participate in the cleaning of buses, facilities, and assist in the office when available.
• Operate two-way radio in a professional manner, perform hourly vehicle walk-throughs, and report changing conditions to supervisor.
• Attend training, retraining, or other informational meetings as necessary.
• Interact in a professional and respectful manner with Colony staff and the public.
• Perform various winter maintenance activities as needed, such as snowplowing and clearing of walks and driveways.
• Operate vehicles and equipment as required. May be required to obtain and maintain a CDL license.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Two years' experience with the safe operation of passenger cars, trucks, or other motorized vehicles in a variety of weather conditions.
• A willingness to serve the public.
• A safe driving record.
• At least 21 years of age for insurance purposes.
• Proven ability to demonstrate self-motivation, service to the public, and a willingness to do a good job.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely while observing passenger activities in the bus and at the bus stop.
• Adept in dealing with public in a pleasant and courteous manner and to remain calm in adverse weather conditions, crowded traffic conditions, and when dealing with irate or disorderly passengers.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Possession of or ability to secure and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Ability to accurately maintain records of fare categories, transfers coordinated, equipment defects, and time schedules.
• Sensitivity to a diverse group of individuals including the elderly and disabled.
• Ability to work varying hours including early morning, late evening, and on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony or a member of another federally recognized tribe.

Skills

• Operates a passenger bus on a designated route and schedule.
• Ensures a courteous experience for passengers and maintains order within the vehicle.
• Conducts pre-trip vehicle inspections.
• Operates wheelchair lifts and restraints for passenger safety and comfort.
• Regulates heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Collects fares and issues transfers.
• Completes trip and other reports.
• Secures and turns in articles found in the vehicle.
• Participates in the cleaning of buses, facilities, and assists in the office when available.
• Operates two-way radio in a professional manner.
• Performs hourly vehicle walk-throughs and walk-a-rounds.
• Reports changing conditions to supervisor.
• Attends training, retraining, or other informational meetings as necessary.
• Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with Colony staff and the public.
• Performs various winter maintenance activities as needed.
• Operates vehicles and equipment as required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Pay

$17.84 - $21.94 per hour

Schedule

Varying hours including early morning, late evening, and on weekends.