Transportation Driver

Full-Time

$20.00-$21.00/hour

Individuals who have the position must be able to perform all essential job functions unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

• Perform responsible work in the operation of a (MCPT) bus on an assigned route.
• Provide passengers with safe and efficient operational service by providing bus service and general information and collecting appropriate fares.
• Work is performed under the continuing supervision of the Transportation Coordinator(s)/PCOM and is monitored and reviewed through observation and through passenger response.

• Drives a passenger vehicle on an assigned route, or paratransit service.
• Provides safe and courteous transportation to passengers utilizing the MCPT Program and Program Vehicles.
• Maintain confidentiality of client records and other program/agency information. MCPT/MCPHD adheres to all HIPAA privacy practices.
• Will accurately collect necessary fares and/or donations and turn in at the end of each workday to designated staff and fill out a money collection form.
• Will scan passes or obtain signatures when passes or donations are not required or requested.
• Provides information to passengers including bus schedules and routes.
• Provides passenger assistance as needed; including assisting passengers using mobility devices onto lifts and/or ramps and/or properly securing mobility devices when required. Assist passengers on and off vehicles as needed within reason.
• Drivers will not lift passengers in/out of mobility devices or in/out of vehicles.
• Do not endanger the safety of the passenger or yourself during assistance.
• Do not enter the homes of passengers while providing assistance.
• Ensures passenger safety by enforcing rules of conduct and operation; checks bus and reports lost items.
• Performs visual inspection and operational safety check of assigned vehicle daily. Drivers are responsible for all pre- and post-trip inspection and documentation.
• Drivers keep alert for mechanical and/or other equipment problems requiring attention
• Drivers report repair needs, traffic hazards, accidents, and other conditions requiring attention.
• Keep necessary items stocked and properly stowed at all times – first aid kits, cleaning supplies, biohazard spill kits, wheelchair tie downs, etc. (contact dispatch office for items).
• Follows the tablet/software as instructed and notifies dispatch of any problems or discrepancies.
• Accurately completes daily electronic report forms including mileage, passengers, mechanical defects, and necessary supplies.
• Accurately inputs required data.
• Takes vehicle to maintenance appointments as assigned by the supervisor and/or the maintenance coordinator.
• Always keeps vehicle interior and exterior neat and clean.
• Maintains a neat and clean personal appearance. Wears proper identification (shirt with logo and company name tag).
• Practices continuous learning through individual study, classroom training, seminars, and conferences.
• Attends required transportation meetings and trainings - these trainings are required, at a minimum, quarterly.
• Performs work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and the County Safety Program.
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work condition or practice to Supervisor.
• May be required to report to work to serve customers during emergency conditions. May be assigned to
• report at different times and locations and to perform different duties, as necessary.
• Provides marketing for the program to riders, potential riders, local businesses, and service agencies.
• Performs related work as assigned and/or required.

• Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of passenger buses or similar automotive equipment or willingness to learn.
• Considerable knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations applicable to equipment operation.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards of equipment operation and of appropriate safety precautions.
• Some knowledge of the geography of the County and surrounding areas.
• Skill in the operation of assigned equipment & ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner and to adhere to time schedules.
• General learning ability. (The…