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REPORTS TO:Route Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: NonExempt
CLASSIFICATION:PartTime No Benefits Serves at the discretion of the Department Director
PAY GRADE:111
SAFETY SENSITIVE: CDL Subject to random drug testing per the AthensClarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to operate a mainline bus or specialized van. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: picking up and dropping off passengers collecting fares operating a vehicle along prescribed routes transporting paratransit/demand response passengers providing good customer service and performing additional tasks as assigned.
Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE: Flexible Schedule / Some Weekend Work RequiredUp to 28 hours a week
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation responsible for the safety readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACCs safe driving policy.
Emergency Position
This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather utility failure fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.
High school diploma or equivalent required with one year of experience in the operation of a mainline bus and/or specialized van preferred; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.
Experience working with the elderly or disabled is also preferred.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Must possess a CDL permit prior to date of hire and be able to obtain a full valid Georgia Commercial Drivers License with passenger endorsement within 6 weeks of the date of hire.
Current CDL holders preferred.
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or allinclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates all Transit Department vehicles including a mainline bus safely along an assigned route to meet scheduled time points or a specialized van to transport paratransit/demand response passengers.
Ensures all state federal and local safety regulations and operating procedures are followed.
Provides information to the general public regarding routes established stops schedules and services etc.
Conducts a pre and posttrip safety inspection of the vehicle i.e.; checks the brakes tires lights and wipers and wheelchair lift (if one is on the vehicle).
Conducts a walkaround inspection for body damage; reports equipment defects and problems to dispatch.
Announces stops (e.g. libraries hospitals etc. as required by ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) if applicable.
Assists in the training of new vehicle operators.
Maintains contact with dispatcher supervisors and other drivers by twoway radio; reports detours incidents accidents etc. immediately per established procedures.
Maintains a clean and neat appearance at all times; treats all passengers with courtesy.
Completes all required paperwork and reports (e.g. pretrip and posttrip maintenance forms etc..
Changes destination signs as required.
Assists with ridership surveys over the radio.
Operates wheelchair lift and secures wheelchair passengers as required.
Assists the Transit Supervisor with opening and closing Transit facilities as needed.
Operates buses for charter and special services as needed.
Prepares reports trip sheets etc. when required.
Records time and mileage for each passenger trip.
Crosstrains and operates various Transit Department Vehicles including but not limited to specialized vans and mainline buses.
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies procedures and activities of the Transit Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Vehicle Operator.
Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
Knowledge of various forms such as vehicle maintenance forms accident reports maps schedules surveys manifests etc. and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.
Knowledge of techniques and requirements in safely operating a passenger bus specialized van or other Departmental vehicles including defensive driving techniques; traffic safety laws procedures and requirements; geography and layout of AthensClarke County (including street names school locations etc) federal commercial drivers license regulations relevant bus routes and relevant unified government and departmental rules and regulations
Skill in operating mainline buses specialized vans wheelchair lifts twoway radios electronic destination signs and safety equipment.
Ability to compile organize prepare and maintain an assortment of records reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively with the general public supervisors and other staff members.
Ability to use independent judgment in routine and nonroutine situations.
Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
Ability to plan organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Ability to comprehend and apply the regulations and procedures of the department.
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