Bus Operator

Bus Operator (Transportation) Responsibilities

• Operate transit buses safely on prescribed routes as directed.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and document on appropriate forms.
• Collect and record bus fares and transfers in accordance with GoDurham Transit procedures.
• Promote exemplary customer service by providing safe, courteous, and dependable service while transporting customers.
• Input information into computer-based equipment such as Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL), Automatic Passenger Counter (APC), fare-box and destination displays (requires touch key entering) as technology exists.
• Read and interpret maps and complex schedules and provide route and schedule information to transit customers.
• Assist in the boarding of disabled customers who require the aid of accessible vehicles (wheelchairs/scooters) for mobility.
• Secure belts and straps to ensure patron and vehicle stability when assisting with mobility devices.
• Operate two-way bus radio system in accordance with GoDurham policies and FCC regulations.
• Announce major streets, stops and destinations per ADA regulations.
• Adhere to the uniform application of the Labor Agreement, Performance Code, Safety Procedures and Operational Bulletins.
• Prolonged sitting while driving/operating transit bus is required.
• Requires reaching above head to adjust mirrors and destination signs during pre-trip inspections.