Transit Operator; s; Los Lunas Office

Overview

Transit Operator(s) (Sandoval and Valencia County Offices)

The following list of essential functions represents the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a specific function does not prevent management from assigning related duties if they are logically associated with the position.

• Operates assigned routes in accordance with system timetables, manifests and/or Dispatch instructions
• Performs a complete pre-trip inspection of bus, safety checks equipment, and informs management when maintenance repairs need to be made
• Fuels and cleans bus daily to ensure it is ready for service
• Provides schedule, route and fare information to passengers seeking assistance
• Operates wheelchair lift and assists passengers with disabilities in boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner which may include pushing a wheelchair up and down the lift/ramp
• Secures wheelchairs of passengers with disabilities and clearly communicates the action being taken
• Receives and transmits two-way radio messages involving accidents, passenger incidents, emergencies, criminal activities, or other authorized Rio Metro business in compliance with FCC Regulations
• In emergency situations, contacts Dispatch for medical/police assistance and may be required to evacuate the bus
• Reports hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and at passenger loading zones, including such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction and potential criminal activity
• Completes reports and necessary forms
• Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of Rio Metro’s safety policies and procedures

• High School Diploma or GED and six (6) months of public contact or customer relations experience

• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A, or
  
  B) with passenger (P) endorsement
• Must successfully pass a background check and have a clean driving record (no DUIs, accidents, WEI convictions and no moving violations)
• Must complete a Rio Metro sponsored CPR/First Aid course within six (6) months of hire
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must have satisfactory attendance and work performance records as verified by reference check prior to offer of employment
• Must successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to employment and random drug testing after employment
• Must obtain DOT medical certificate and keep current
• Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations

• Demonstrated knowledge of operation principles, methods, safety, system and traffic regulations to implement an efficient, safe and dependable transit operation
• Manages time efficiently
• Exhibit high level of skill in communication, both written and verbal, and able to understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions in English
• Experience in and utilizes customer service skills
• Exercise effective attention to detail & time management
• Maintain positive, proactive and professional conduct and communication with co-workers, passengers and the public
• Able to operate Rio Metro vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently
• Work independently in a structured environment; exercising sound judgment in stressful situations
• Read, interpret, follow and apply Rio Metro policies and procedures
• Able to read a map
• Read, write, speak and understand English

Considerable knowledge of state and local traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in the operation of vehicles; vehicle safety rules and regulations, basic money and time concepts.

Considerable skill a high level of skill in communication, both written and verbal; a high level of attention to detail, maintain a positive and proactive and professional demeanor with co-workers and passengers and demonstrated customer service skills.

Ability to operate Rio Metro vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently; work independently in a structured environment; exercise sound judgment in stressful situations; understand and follow detailed oral and written…