Part time Bus Operator

Reports To

Route Supervisor

Non-Exempt

Part-Time No Benefits - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director

112

CDL - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

The purpose of this job is to operate a mainline bus or specialized van. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: picking up and dropping off passengers, collecting fares, operating a vehicle along prescribed routes, transporting paratransit/demand response passengers, providing good customer service, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Flexible Schedule / Some Weekend Work Required, Up to 28 hours a week
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.

High school diploma or equivalent required, with one year of experience in the operation of a mainline bus and/or specialized van preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Experience working with the elderly or disabled is also preferred.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must possess a CDL permit prior to date of hire and be able to obtain a full valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement within 6 weeks of the date of hire.

• Operates all Transit Department vehicles including a mainline bus safely along an assigned route to meet scheduled time points or a specialized van to transport paratransit/demand response passengers.
• Ensures all state, federal, and local safety regulations and operating procedures are followed.
• Provides information to the general public regarding routes, established stops, schedules and services, etc.
• Conducts a pre- and post-trip safety inspection of the vehicle, i.e.; checks the brakes, tires, lights, and wipers, and wheelchair lift (if one is on the vehicle).
• Conducts a walk-around inspection for body damage; reports equipment defects and problems to dispatch.
• Announces stops (e.g., libraries, hospitals, etc.), as required by ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) if applicable.
• Assists in the training of new vehicle operators.
• Maintains contact with dispatcher, supervisors, and other drivers by two-way radio; reports detours, incidents, accidents, etc., immediately per established procedures.
• Maintains a clean and neat appearance at all times; treats all passengers with courtesy.
• Completes all required paperwork and reports (e.g., pre-trip and post-trip maintenance forms, etc.).
• Changes destination signs as required.
• Assists with ridership surveys over the radio.
• Operates wheelchair lift and secures wheelchair passengers as required.
• Assists the Transit Supervisor with opening and closing Transit facilities as needed.
• Operates buses for charter and special services as needed.
• Prepares reports, trip sheets, etc., when required.
• Records time and mileage for each passenger trip.
• Cross-trains and operates various Transit Department Vehicles including, but not limited to, specialized vans and mainline buses.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Know: the policies, procedures, and activities of the Transit Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Vehicle Operator.
Know: the terminology used within the department.
Know: various forms, such as vehicle maintenance forms, accident reports, maps, schedules, surveys, manifests, etc., and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.
Know: techniques and requirements in safely operating a passenger bus, specialized van, or other Departmental vehicles including defensive driving techniques; traffic safety laws, procedures, and requirements; geography and layout of Athens-Clarke County (including street names, school locations, etc), federal commercial driver's license regulations, relevant bus routes, and relevant unified government and departmental rules and regulations.
Skill: operating mainline buses, specialized vans, wheelchair lifts, two-way radios, electronic destination signs, and safety equipment.
Ability: compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.
Ability: communicate effectively with the general public, supervisors, and other staff members.
Ability: use independent judgment in routine and…