SunTran Transit Operator , II, or III; Part Time

Sun Tran Transit Operator

Salary:
Transit Operator I: $22.11/hr Transit Operator II: $24.41/hr Transit Operator III: $26.26/hr Position Summary Operates City of St. George transit vehicles of various sizes in a safe manner over assigned routes according to established time schedules, while maintaining order in the vehicle and providing courteous service.

Sun Tran Transit Operator I Operates transit buses of various sizes over assigned routes in accordance with specific manifest instructions, and provides safe, secure, and comfortable services to users of the transit system in accordance with division standard operating procedures. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Collects appropriate customer fares, ensures the comfort of passengers, maintains order among customers, and handles volatile situations according to standard operating procedures.
• Promotes positive passenger relations by announcing bus stops, assisting customers with fare and routing information, explaining established passenger policies and procedures, providing directions to customers, and communicating with special needs customers according to parameters.
• Files special incident reports, completes daily reports, performs daily inspections of vehicles, reports any vehicle operational or maintenance problems to the dispatcher or supervisor in a timely manner, and completes other reports as required.
• Assures that transit vehicles are operated in accordance with established customer schedules.
• Operates a two-way radio in a safe manner.

Cooperates with the investigation of any customer complaints. Attends and successfully completes all transit training as scheduled by the supervisor. Assists with the collection of data for the planning/scheduling of transit services. Assists with conducting outreach activities of the division. Assists with vehicle cleaning and daily maintenance of interior and exterior of bus. May be assigned to assist with other activities needed to run the division such as clerical tasks, answering telephones, etc.

Performs other related duties as required.

Sun Tran Transit Operator II Operates transit buses of various sizes over assigned routes in accordance with specific manifest instructions, and provides safe, secure, and comfortable services to users of the transit system in accordance with division standard operating procedures. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Performs daily pre-inspection and post-inspection of buses in order to ensure maximum safety in operation of the vehicle, communicates both verbally and in writing about safety concerns to supervisor and the fleet maintenance department.
• Collects appropriate customer fares, ensures the comfort of passengers, maintains order among customers, and handles volatile situations according to standard operating procedures.
• Promotes positive passenger relations by announcing bus stops, assisting customers with fare and routing information, explaining established passenger policies and procedures, providing directions to customers, and communicating with special needs customers according to parameters.
• Files special incident reports, completes daily reports, and completes other reports as required.
• Operates transit vehicles in accordance with established customer schedules whenever possible.
• Maintains a high standard of customer service, two-way radio communication, and appearance.
• Cooperates with the investigation of any customer complaints.
• Attends and successfully completes all transit training as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Assists with the collection of data for the planning/scheduling of transit services.
• Assists with conducting outreach activities of the division and with installation of bus stop poles, signs and maps.
• Assist Transit Operator I employees and co-workers with instruction about proper operation of buses, answer questions and provide clarification of policies and procedures when warranted and appropriate.
• Assists with vehicle cleaning and daily maintenance of interior and exterior of bus.
• May be assigned to assist with other activities needed to run the division such as clerical tasks, answering telephones, etc.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Sun Tran Transit Operator III Operates transit buses of various sizes over assigned routes in accordance with specific manifest instructions, and provides safe, secure, and comfortable services to users of the transit system in accordance with division standard operating procedures. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Performs daily pre-inspection and post-inspection of buses in order to ensure maximum safety in operation of the vehicle, communicates both verbally and in writing about safety concerns to supervisor and the fleet maintenance department.
• Collects appropriate customer fares, ensures the comfort of passengers, maintains order among customers, and handles volatile situations according to standard operating procedures.
• Promotes positive…