Bus Operator

YOU MUST HAVE A CLASS C CDL LICENSE WITH PASSENGER ENDORSEMENT TO APPLY. YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

City of Henderson, Kentucky

Classification

Title:

Bus Operator

The purpose of this classification is to perform general work functions associated with operating motor vehicles and transporting passengers.

• Drives bus, van, or other passenger vehicle to transport passengers over designated routes according to specified time schedule; picks up and delivers passengers between specified locations.
• Responds to requests for information or assistance from passengers; provides information related to bus routes, schedules, fares, and other information.
• Collects bus fares; records and reports receipts.
• Assists disabled passengers into or out of vehicle.
• Operates wheelchair lift; secures wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize during transport.
• Complies with local traffic regulations; reports delays or accidents.
• Monitors conditions surrounding bus to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections of bus to verify safety or identify potential problems.
• Performs general maintenance task necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, washing/cleaning bus interior/exterior, cleaning building and work areas, etc.; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of co-workers, passengers, and other individuals.
• Maintains records of trips, mileage, fuel, passengers, inspections, and other activities.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, trip records, accident reports, and other documents.
• Receives various forms, reports, work orders, maps, checks, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• May operate a computer to enter, retrieve, or review data in computer database.
• Communicates with supervisor, co-workers, other departments, dispatchers, passengers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
• Maintains regular and predictable in-person attendance during regular business hours of the City of Henderson is required.

• Provides assistance or backup coverage to other employees or departments as needed.
• May perform general cleaning/repair tasks associated with maintaining vehicles, equipment and work areas, such as cleaning restrooms/lounge areas, distributing restroom/lounge supplies, cleaning bus shelters, painting/repairing benches, waxing bus exteriors, etc.
• Performs related duties as required, necessary, or assigned.

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in bus driving; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving bus driving, passenger transport, or heavy equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s) within 3 months of employment.

Data Utilization
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Requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.

Human Interaction
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Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization
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Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.

Verbal Aptitude
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Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude
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Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Functional Reasoning
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Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.

Situational Reasoning
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Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.

Physical Ability
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Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and…