Temporary - Transit Operator

Temporary Non-Civil Service Position

THIS IS A TEMPORARY NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION NOT TO EXCEED 866 WORK HOURS IN THE YEAR. Temporary positions are not covered by collective bargaining benefits. Temporary operators may be eligible for promotion to a permanent operator position.

Full or Employment Driving Record must be attached with your application. Record must have been obtained within 30 days of submission. Applications without an employment driving record will not be considered.

CDL license as defined. High school diploma or GED and six (6) months driving and/or customer service experience is preferred. The candidate shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation regulations.

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.
• Passenger endorsement obtained within six (6) weeks of hire.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate within six (6) months of appointment.

Under general supervision; operates a City bus in a safe and efficient manner to transport passengers over local routes according to prescribed time schedules; performs related work as required.

Drives transit vehicles over prescribed City routes in accordance with established safety procedures; provides information to passengers about business locations, routes, time schedules, and transfer points; collects fares from patrons and issues transfers on request; maintains a professional attitude for passenger safety.

Works to ensure passenger and operator safety by enforcing passenger rules, regulations and City policies and procedures; helps keep bus clean and orderly for safety and comfort.

Assists passengers with physical disabilities and secures wheelchair passengers; cares for and turns in lost-and-found articles.

Inspects transit equipment such as lights, horn, and brakes to ensure proper and safe operation; cleans buses, on occasion; may periodically use two‑way radio to communicate with transit office to report accidents, emergencies, or unusual operating conditions.

Participates in special events and/or operates buses on special routes that involve or promote public transit; participates in meetings with supervisors and general staff as required; completes mandatory and recommended trainings timely and as directed.

Fosters an attitude that encourages cooperation and coordination of efforts, and efficient use of resources; provides continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes, and provide exceptional customer service.

Requires regular and reliable attendance; performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of Federal, State and local transit safety rules and regulations, passenger safety rules, and City of Yakima rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Working knowledge of streets within urban area and scheduled bus routes; knowledge and ability to operate and communicate via two‑way radio transmission and mobile data terminals.

Proficient in record‑keeping systems; municipal records retention procedures. Demonstrates knowledge and sound judgement with regard to public disclosure and confidentiality standards.

Ability to operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computer, copy machine, telephone, etc.

Strong communication skills in English, written and oral; diplomatic and confident manner to upset individuals; maintains confidentiality and discretion.

Ability to operate transit vehicle safely in varied weather conditions; read maps, understand verbal directions; maintain vehicle inspection records, prepare incident/accident reports, maintain ridership records and passenger counts.

Ability to consistently work safely and comply with federal, state, local regulations; maintain constant attention to detail; recognize traffic hazards; sustain consistent attention to bus schedules and timeliness.

Ability to respond to emergency situations, maintain calm under adverse conditions; work independently with minimal direction; adapt to changing priorities and demands.

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations; read, apply…