Part Time Transit Driver I or II

Job Summary

Operates transit vehicles and/or buses to provide public transportation; helps plan, organize and schedule deviated fixed route/para-transit services; fuels and cleans vehicles; maintains records and performs other support functions and related work as required. The work for this position is performed under the general direction and supervision of the Transit Director and Transit Dispatch but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative.

• Maintains and supports a positive, collaborative culture within the City organization as a whole, fully embracing the cultural and values statements espoused by the City.
• Operates small, medium, and large duty public transit bus for a fixed, deviated fixed, or demand/response route on a predetermined schedule efficiently and safely.
• Collects monies, tickets, passes, and transfers and maintains records; accommodates and assists in the loading, securing, and unloading of special needs and/or wheelchair-bound passengers.
• Cleans buses and conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and equipment.
• Fuels buses, conducts minor preventive maintenance and inspections, and reports findings and problems; monitors and adjusts schedules for special events, tours, and community functions.
• Answers telephone calls and responds to public inquiries/requests for operational information/services.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and workshops as requested and authorized.
• Handles fare boxes monies, keys, and safe/vault.
• Monitors safety of equipment, road, and passengers at all times and takes any necessary action to keep riders and the public out of harm’s way.
• Records mileage on log sheet, records ridership on daily sheets, and reports problems with vehicles and equipment.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with citizens and co-workers.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The work environment characteristics herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, repetitive bouncing, jarring, darkness or poor lighting.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Requires High School Diploma, General Educational Development (GED) Certificate, or education and experience equivalent to the proficiency standards of a High School Diploma.
• A valid Colorado Class B Commercial Drivers' License with a “P2 –Passenger Endorsement.
• Requires a safe driving record.
• Requires a current US Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Card.
• Requires current First Aid and CPR certification or the ability to possess same within 90 days of hire date.
• Requires successful completion of the City’s transit driver’s training program.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Good knowledge of small and medium bus operation and maintenance.
• Good knowledge of bus routes and procedures for route variance.
• Basic knowledge of standard first aid practices and procedures.
• Able to obtain the following IC Certification: IS100.

• Requires High School Diploma, General Educational Development (GED) Certificate, or education and experience equivalent to the proficiency standards of a High School Diploma.
• A valid Colorado Class B Commercial Drivers' License with a “P2 –Passenger Endorsement.
• Requires a minimum of three (3) years’ bus driving experience.
• Requires a safe…