Transit Bus Driver Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the direct supervision of the Dispatcher, the Transit Bus Driver is responsible for operating buses in a safe and efficient manner. The Transit Bus Driver is responsible for the safety and well- being of himself, his passengers, and all other people on the road.
REPORTING POSITIONS
The Transit Bus Driver position reports to the Area Manager and/or Dispatcher.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is
performed in the field, operating on the bus, regardless of weather conditions. The Driver is exposed to noise, fumes, and various road conditions. Travel may be
involved in other locations out- of-town.
A Driver needs
to have above average oral and written
communication, customer service,
and decision-making skills. Drivers
should have the ability to operate buses efficiently and adhere to
strict timetables. A Driver must not be easily distracted or become easily frustrated with mechanical
issues, passenger behaviors,
traffic, or dispatch requests resulting in delays and scheduling changes.
Resource
Management Systems, Inc. adheres to FTA Drug and
Alcohol Testing Regulations
and strictly enforces a Drug
Free workplace including restrictions on some over-the-counter
medications!
QUALIFICATIONS
1.
Education: High School Diploma or
G.E.D.
2.
Experience: Previous bus driving experience is encouraged but not required to be considered
for employment.
Two
weeks
training
on
the
job
is
required
before
operating
a
bus
without
supervision. Further training, license, and certifications are required to operate a bus and maintain employment with
RMS,
Inc.
Basic
computer
knowledge
is
helpful
and
will
be
necessary
for
this
position.
3.
Certifications: Drivers
will be
required to possess a driver's license, or CDL with
passenger endorsement upon date of hire. CTAA PASS Driver Certification and Hands-on wheelchair training. Defensive
Driving
Training
Certification,
and
CPR/First
Aid
Certification.
All
certifications
will
be
given by RMS,
Inc within the
two weeks of
training.
4.
Equipment:
Drivers
will
operate
vans,
and
cutaway
buses,
wheel
chairlifts,
two-way
radios, computers, and other equipment as
necessary.
- Safety Standards and Practices: All drivers will be required to acquire through knowledge of safety standards and practices for operating RMS, Inc. vehicles involved in job tasks. Drivers []{style="letter
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