This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6473412

Job summary:

This position provides reliable, safe, and consistent public transportation services. Responsible for operating buses in a manner that ensures employee and public safety, route and facility efficiency, and customer service excellence. Works a variety of hours and days of the week including Saturdays and Sundays, holidays and split shifts.

Essential Functions:(May not include all of the duties, nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)

• Drive and operate buses safely and efficiently in accordance with local laws and ordinances, and other standards and guidelines for drivers.
• Drive buses within designated routes and stops while maintaining a set schedule.
• Perform daily vehicle checks (Pre and Post trip inspections) to ensure equipment safety.
• Observe, document, and report vehicle safety or other safety issues to appropriate individuals, (supervisor, mechanics, etc.)
• Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of buses.
• Coordinate with the mechanics and supervisor to determine the safety and serviceability of the vehicle.
• Coordinate with Transit Dispatch for route deviations and instructions. comply with FTA Substance Abuse Policy and other personnel practices.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and immediately notifies management of any incident that could influence license status and ability to meet license requirements.
• Greet and assist citizens and customers in a manner consistent with excellent customer service standards.
• Assists customers on and off on the transit vehicles.
• Secure wheelchairs and mobility devices.
• Collects fares and passenger passes or transfers.
• Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Follows City-wide safety policy and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the City\'s Safety Handbook.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values , and goals of the City by assuring that all policies, rules and regulations are followed and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors and City staff; enthusiastically promotes the City\'s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular an reliable attendance.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

(The Duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

Evaluation Factors:\ Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Operation of buses, vans, and passenger vehicles.
• Local community and street system.
• First aid and emergency procedures.
• Understanding of and the ability to perform CDL related inspections.
• Understanding of Federal and State Traffic laws and regulations.
• Be friendly, courteous and assist all passengers including passengers with special needs.
• Learn operations, services and activities of a customer service program.
• Read and write.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and fellow employees.
• Maintain logs, daily schedules and various records.
• Interpr t and explain City Transit policies and procedures.
• OSHA compliance and regulations as they pertain to the functions of this position.

Special Requirement:

• Certification/training requirements for the 5311 program must be met as outlined in the 5311 Handbook.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have an appropriate driving record.
• Must possess a current and appropriate DOT certification at all times.
• Must possess and maintain an Arizona Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) class \"B\" with passenger endorsement.
• Experience in driving commercial vehicles.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

*Lower range will be applied when Commercial Driver\'s License is a Class C.