Transit Operator multiple vacancies (5 FT, 2PT positions)

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Multiple Full-Time and Part-Time positions available
Full-time - 37.5 hours per week 52 weeks per year (5 FT)
Part-time - 15-25 hours per week 52 weeks per year (2 PT)

Grade 14

-Must meet USDOT drug testing requirements-

JOB SUMMARY:

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely transports passengers in all road traffic and weather conditions
• Develops a new route daily based on demand service schedules and client needs
• Adjusts routes and schedules throughout the workday in coordination with dispatch
• Loads and secures passengers including those using wheelchairs and mobility devices
• Determines safe and appropriate bus placement for all pickâups and dropâoffs
• Interacts professionally with healthcare staff at medical and behavioral health facilities
• Assists consumers with complex physical and psychological needs
• Monitors consumer conditions and responds appropriately to changes or emergencies
• Ensures safe operation of the bus and follows emergency and safety procedures
• Performs required preâtrip and postâtrip vehicle inspections and documentation
• Reports maintenance or safety issues promptly
• Collects fares tickets tokens or passes as applicable
• Uses proper radio procedures and 10 codes professionally
• Administers First Aid and follows universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens
• Assists passengers with groceries packages and personal belongings
• Provides guidance to a bus aide when assigned
• Adheres to all agency policies schedules and procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrates tact courtesy and professionalism with staff and the public
• Ability to remain calm and effective in chaotic or stressful situations
• Meets all requirements of the Driving Safety Policy and DMV Article 19âA
• Thorough knowledge of roadways in Oswego and adjacent counties
• Ability to operate all vehicles in the transportation fleet including wheelchair lifts
• Maintains professional grooming uniform appearance and demeanor
• Must attain and maintain a CDL Class B with air brake and passenger endorsement
• Meets all physical and mental health standards under 19âA regulations
• Ability to frequently push/pull wheelchairs and assist passengers weighing 150 lbs
• Physical capability to assist passengers up/down stairs and in/out of vehicles
• Sound judgment to assess situations and seek assistance when appropriate
• Flexibility to work shifts of 10 hours with variable start and end times
• Ability to read maps use radio procedures and apply 10 codes
• Basic reading writing and arithmetic skills
• Maintains CPR certification and attends required training
• Completes annual Bloodborne Pathogen Diversity Emergency Preparedness training
• Completes defensive driving training every three years
• Successfully meets Drug & Alcohol testing and fingerprinting requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; and ability to obtain a CDL Class B license with air brake and passenger endorsement; and
• A minimum of one years experience transporting passengers; or
• Any equivalent combination of education experience and training.
• Must meet USDOT drug testing requirements

Oswego County Opportunities equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to racecreedcolor religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran statusmarital statussexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.