Transit Bus Operator

This is a non-exempt full-time position under the direct supervision of the Transit Operations Supervisor. The Full-Time Bus Operator position requires the ability to interact with passengers and other company employees on a regular basis and have knowledge of transit operations. Under direction, safely and efficiently operates company fleet to provide fixed route transportation services. May perform duties of similar classification of an equal or lower pay grade as required.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of Pueblo Transit, working effectively in a diverse work environment, using prudent judgment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers
• Operates transit bus in revenue and non-revenue service while in strict compliance with Pueblo Transit policies, directives, and procedures and all Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations including use of proper defensive driving techniques
• Maintains working knowledge of streets, current bus routes and stops within the city as well as Pueblo Transit's current fare structure and bus pass programs
• Maintains current knowledge of and adherence to all Pueblo Transit operating policies, directives, and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge of and is in strict compliance with Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations as well as Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and regulations
• Performs Pueblo Transit pre-trip inspection of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices, and transit bus controls for use while in service. Also conducts an internal visual inspection at the end of revenue service to collect and turn-in lost items.
• Completes accident and incident reports accurately and legibly as necessary at the end of scheduled shifts
• Provides customer service information in a courteous, professional manner. This includes operating the automated stop announcements system and/or stating stop and public information announcements over the public address system, and properly answering questions and solving transit-related concerns of passengers
• Operates farebox, inspects various bus passes, and distributes and collects bus transfer slips in a professional, courteous manner. Also records and maintains passenger counts as necessary
• Complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) in operating the transit bus. This includes providing accessibility for disabled passengers to board and de-board by properly operating the accessibility lift and safely securing such passengers in a courteous manner, announcing designated stops, and pre-testing all passenger accessibility lifts and equipment during pre-trip inspections

• Maintain, read and understand route sheets including time changes
• For passengers with disabilities: must have the ability to provide assistance with securing wheelchair, provide assistance with boarding and exiting, provide guidance as needed
• Operate two-way communication equipment correctly and according to company policy
• Inspect vehicles before each trip using correct procedures and according to company policy
• Successfully complete driving skills evaluation
• Follows all safety policies and procedures
• Must maintain good attendance
• Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand traffic signs and signals and to comprehend written instructions and standard operating procedures, notices, or memos

• Lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Good speech communication, hearing, and listening for effective communication with others
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass drug and alcohol screening
• Good vision, depth perception,…