Bus Driver – Transit (open until filled)

Job Title

Example of Duties

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive a bus to transport passengers to their destinations using designated routes in accordance with time schedules and Department regulations.
• Maintain daily pre-trip for buses.
• Maintain daily passenger logs.
• Inform Transit Manager when bus is in need of maintenance.
• Wash and maintain buses.
• Ensure in-service hours are met.
• Assist in preparation for annual CHP inspection.
• Fill in for Dispatcher when needed.
• Willing to work any shift as needed.
• Prompt notification to Transportation Manager/Director for any incidents that occur.
• Maintain CDL license good standing and uphold CA Commercial Driver Handbook.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices; knowledge of the provisions of the California Vehicle Code; ability to drive a bus safely and efficiently; ability to maintain order among the public; ability to recognize malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate action; ability to learn a designated bus route, including stops and traffic hazards; ability to maintain simple records; ability to follow written and oral directions; and ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Submit to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Possess a current General Public Para-transit Certificate
• Possess a certificate of Transit Training (DL260A) for the Transit Driver.
• Requisite reading, mathematical, written language, and verbal skills in order to perform the essential functions of the job as listed in Section VIII.
• Possess a valid Class B (air brakes) California driver's license with passenger endorsement and a driving record acceptable to the Department's insurance underwriter.
• Possess a current Department of Transportation Medical Certificate

Supplemental Information

Position is eligible for benefits in accordance with City policy.