Transit Operator, Part-Time, Transit

Transit Operator, Part-Time, Transit

Employees & Public

Annual Salary Range: $34,651.03 - $51,998.23 Grade: 20

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in government Transit Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana to transport passengers of City Transit in a safe, courteous manner over established routes according to a time schedule. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Transit Shift Supervisor or Assistant Transit Manager.

Benefits:

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Operates a 35,000-pound vehicle on an established route according to a time schedule and picks up and discharges passengers; performs pre-trip inspections. Drives safely, maintains control of the vehicle, and obeys traffic regulations.

Assists passengers through verbal guidance and operation of accessibility equipment; may be required to secure bicycles, wheelchairs, strollers, and other items using installed securement systems.

Collects fares from and interacts with passengers with a variety of personalities, health issues, abilities, and disabilities.

Reports delays, mechanical problems, and accidents; responds to emergency situations.

Completes daily records and logs and receives safety information. May operate an ADA accessible van.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED; previous experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles, transit operations, and/or transportation is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver's license at the time of appointment.

Must obtain the required passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement within 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Work Hours: 40 hours per Week; may work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Civil Service Department

Ph. (318) 449- 5077 or  Fax , Email:

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer