Transit Driver Lincoln City Loop Part Time

Lincoln County, ME - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 21 - 25

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

LINCOLN COUNTY TRANSIT - BRIDGING COMMUNITIES

The Lincoln County Transit Department is looking to add a part time driver for the Lincoln City loop. This person will operate an 8 to 35-passenger bus in a manner that provides safe courteous reliable and efficient passenger transportation while complying with all applicable Federal state and local laws in accordance with Transit policy and procedures.

$21.22 - $25.36 per hour*

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

This is a PART TIME 3 days/30 hours per week benefited* position.

*Benefits are pro-rated based on hours worked/part time status.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical Dental & Vision Coverage
11% County contribution to 401(k)
County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
$40000 County Paid Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates an 8 to 35 passenger bus on various routes and schedules providing service to persons with disabilities the elderly and the public:

Complete vehicle pre and post trip inspections following regulations and guidelines designated by federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT).
Assist passengers as needed with boarding or disembarking and with personal miscellaneous articles.
Utilize various installed bus features to load unload and secure passenger and assistance equipment.
Complete prepare and submit required paperwork accurately including but not limited to time sheets daily trip sheets incident accident and referral forms.
Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicles which may involve outdoor work in inclement weather.
Operate two-way radio/phone for professional routine communications with dispatcher and other transit vehicles.
Responsible for fare collection and accountability.
Distribute and manage bus pass sales.
Ensure bus is fueled and supplied to ready service status.
Promote good passenger relations by providing positive treatment of passengers.
Greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner.
Assist with seating questions directions and other service-related matters.
Assures passenger comfort safety and security.

Shares transit skills and assists new drivers with learning the various routes and schedules.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School Diploma / GED

EXPERIENCE

One year transit or similar driving experience with multiple passengers.

LICENSE

CDL Licenserequiredat time of hire

Must possess a valid Oregon class A or B commercial drivers license with a passenger endorsement and have a current DOT medical examiners certificate.

Knowledge of:

Traffic laws.
Safety and security rules applicable to the transportation of passengers.

Skill or ability to:

Learn and explain regular transit and Dial-A-Ride operating practices and procedures.
Learn and practice safety and security rules and procedures required in public transit.
Assure the proper and safe seating and securement of the very young including infants.
Learn bus routes schedules streets and locations within the transit district service area.
Drive under all conditions of weather roadways and traffic.
Resolve customer complaints courteously and tactfully and maintain a courteous professional approach when dealing with the public.
Read and interpret maps.
Remain flexible in handling changes.
Maintain accurate records and reports.
Relate effectively with people of varied age physical condition cultural and socio-economic backgrounds using tact diplomacy and courtesy.
Undergo hands on fire extinguisher training and bus evacuation procedure training.
Convey information ideas and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors colleagues and individuals inside and outside the county using language and a format the audience will best understand.
Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g. word processing texts emails spreadsheets department-specific software).
Effectively relate well with others including supervisors colleagues and individuals inside and outside the county. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.
Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time and follows instructions policies and procedures. Meet productivity standards deadlines and work schedules.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work knowledge skills abilities and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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Position SummaryLINCOLN COUNTY TRANSIT - BRIDGING COMMUNITIESThe Lincoln County Transit Department is looking to add a part time driver for the Lincoln City loop. This person will operate an 8 to 35-passenger bus in a manner that provides safe courteous reliable and efficient passenger transportatio...