CATS Bus Driver

The City of Rawlins is currently seeking applications for the part‑time position of:
CATS Bus Driver
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This position is responsible for operating the City of Rawlins CATS bus passenger vehicle. The individual will operate the transit vehicle, assist passengers on and off the bus, assist with mobility aids, operate the accessibility lift, and transport passengers safely to and from designated locations. The successful individual will be safety‑minded and provide a high level of customer care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent. A CDL with passenger endorsement is required. The part‑time (30 hours per week) position starts at $27,315.60 annually with benefits.

For specific questions about the job description, contact Human Resources Department 2.

The City of Rawlins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Performs full performance level, CDL‑licensed duties in the operation of assigned CATS transport and passenger vehicles as needed to travel assigned fixed and "demand" service routes.

Works under the close to general supervision of the Community Development Director.

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Performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspection of transit vehicles for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run; conducts an external/internal visual inspection of the transit vehicle and pre‑testing of necessary equipment, operating/safety devices, and transit vehicle controls for use while in service; conducts an internal visual inspection at the end of the schedule service day to collect and turn in lost items.

Operates assigned passenger vehicles following precise schedules employing defensive driving techniques, maintaining professional courtesy while under stress, making public‑address announcements, properly answering questions and solving transit‑related concerns of passengers; exercises prudent judgment under a variety of constantly changing operating conditions; arrives at each scheduled stop at the designated time; avoids accidents by adjusting speed to match weather conditions.

Complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in operating the transit vehicle; helps passengers on and off the bus, assisting with packages and mobility aids such as walkers, canes and wheelchairs; provides accessibility for disabled passengers to board and deboard 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.

Maintains orderliness and safety of passengers; conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of the city, works effectively in a diverse work environment; performs duties in a safe manner, and assures professional quality of services to all external and internal customers; keeps records of commute times; reports mechanical issues, delays or other dilemmas.

Provides customer‑service information in a courteous, professional manner; operates an automated stop announcements system and/or states stop and public information announcements over the public address systems; responds to questions and solves transit‑related concerns of passengers.

Communicates with transit dispatch for the purpose of providing information on fares, transfers, ticket refunds, routes, and other CATS Transit policies and rules concerning conduct, service, and policy changes; informs dispatch of passenger lift pick‑up and drop‑off locations, and when the hydraulic passenger lift fails to operate properly or of missed pickups of passengers.

Collects and records fares; operates transit vehicles in revenue and non‑revenue service while in strict compliance with city policies, directives, and procedures and all Federal and Wyoming traffic laws and regulations, including per defensive driving techniques.

Provides first aid in emergencies; completes accident and incident reports accurately and legibly as necessary at the end of scheduled shift resulting from traffic accidents, customer issues or complaints; observes and responds to emergency situations involving passengers, the public,…