Job Description

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Bus Operator - Part Time
Minimum of 25 hours per week and 28 hours per week maximum - AM or PM Shifts.

Pay: While in training, trainees make $19.00 hourly; After training, operators are paid $22.67/hour. Pay increases then progress based on the amount of hours worked.

Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Insurance (90 days after employment), Free Transportation Pass & Discounted Dependent Passes and Retirement Benefits

Metro is seeking Bus Operators to operate passenger coach over specified or demand responsive routes to transport people to and from their destination on time and in a safe and courteous manner.

Upon being hired and successfully completing training, a one-time bonus of $2000, less applicable taxes, will be paid to individuals who meet the minimum qualifications.

DUTIES:

• Operate passenger coach over specified routes.
• Pre-inspect coach to detect and report safety or maintenance problems.
• Observe time schedules along specified route while picking up and discharging passengers.
• Ensure receipt of proper fare and accept or issue passenger transfers.
• Observe safe operating practices at all times.
• Operate wheelchair lift as needed.
• Answer passenger questions and requests, furnish accurate information, and appropriately deal with disorderly or unruly passengers.
• Report mechanical defects, accidents, road hazards, personal or passenger injuries to dispatch or supervisor
• Operate a two way radio as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants do not have to possess a Temporary or Valid CDL, Passenger Endorsement and Airbrake Endorsement to apply, but MUST obtain a Temp CDL with proper endorsements if offered the position.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• A minimum of three (3) years driving experience is required.
• Currently possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• No more than 4 points on driving report.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT Physical & Drug Screen & obtain at least a 1 year DOT Certification.
• Must first take the Bus Operator assessment (online) and be selected for an interview.

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