Transit Operator (Part-Time)
About the role
This classification transports passengers of City Transit in a safe, courteous manner over established routes according to a time schedule. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Transit Shift Supervisor or Assistant Transit Manager.
Responsibilities
- Operates a 35,000 pound vehicle on an established route according to a time schedule and picks up and discharges passengers.
- Drives safely, maintains control of the vehicle and obeys traffic regulations.
- Provides good customer service and assists passengers in a courteous, responsible, and informative manner.
- Collects fares from and interacts with passengers with a variety of personalities, health issues, abilities and disabilities.
- Reports delays, mechanical problems and accidents; responds to emergency situations.
- Completes daily records and logs and receives safety information.
- May operate an ADA accessible van.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED;
- Previous experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles, transit operations, and/or transportation is preferred;
- Valid Class B commercial driver’s license;
- Required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license at the time of appointment;
- Must obtain the required passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement within 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license at the time of appointment. Must obtain the required passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement within 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
Skills
None specifically listed in the job posting.
Benefits
The City of Alexandria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a wellness clinic for employees.
Pay
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Schedule
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