Part-Time Transit Operator

Position: Part-Time Transit Operator I
** Compensation Range**$18.95 - $24.28

* Please note:

This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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* Who We Are:

** At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
** Our Core Values:**
* ** Integrity**:
Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.
* ** Responsibility**: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.
* ** Partnership**:
Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.
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* What We Offer:

** The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
* 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
* PTO earned within first year
* 12 Paid Holidays per year
* Tuition Reimbursement Plan
* Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
** What You'll Do:
** If you have a passion for driving, love connecting with people, and want to make a meaningful impact in your community - all with a dependable schedule including Sundays off- this may be the perfect fit for you!
Be part of a dynamic team that provides reliable transportation to High Point residents while delivering a positive experience for every passenger. Don’t miss the opportunity to drive your career forward with us—apply now and make a difference!
** Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
** As a Transit Operator I for the City of High Point, your responsibilities will include:
* Operating the bus on assigned routes and schedules, ensuring safe and timely transportation for passengers.
* Performing pre-departure inspections of the bus and related equipment, reporting any defects to ensure smooth and safe operations.
* Maintaining trip records including fare collections, mileage, and vehicle conditions, keeping accurate logs for each route.
* Assisting passengers in boarding and alighting, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices, and ensuring their safety by securing wheelchairs with tie-down straps.
* Collecting fares and issuing tickets, including handling transfer slips to ensure passengers’ journeys are smooth and seamless.
* Announcing bus stops clearly, so passengers are aware of their next destination.
* Providing basic schedule information to passengers, answering questions about routes and arrival times.
* Communicating via two-way radio to report traffic delays, accidents, downed traffic signs, and faulty signals to office staff and other personnel.
* Performing post-shift inspections of the bus and reporting any defects, ensuring the vehicle is ready for the next operator.
* Completing incident and accident reports or documenting any unusual circumstances to ensure accurate records.
* Adhering to safety regulations at all times and following prescribed accident procedures when necessary.
* Performing additional duties as assigned to support smooth transit operations.
* Ensuring all work complies with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies, maintaining a safe environment for all passengers and staff.
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* Qualifications:

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* Minimum Required Qualifications:

*** Must be at least 21 years old
* Valid Class B North Carolina Commercial…