Bus Driver - Full Time (Grant/FT/Benefits) at Harford County Abingdon, Maryland

Bus Driver

Job Description Summary: The Bus Driver is responsible for providing customer friendly, safe, reliable and timely transportation services in co-ordination with scheduled bus times (weather and traffic permitting). Harford County Government Core Values are essential to successful job performance and this position, as with all positions at Harford County, is accountable for integrating Core Values in the execution of responsibilities.

Essential Duties:

• Completes all required paperwork in a timely manner, maintains daily trip logs and reports accidents/incidents and vehicle defects to management for resolution;
• Assists in the maintenance of vehicle fleet by performing established pre- and post-trip inspections including cleaning and refueling assigned vehicle after each trip;
• Interacts regularly with public riders and responds calmly and professionally with all conflicts, maintains professionalism and positivity;
• Drives safely adhering to all established laws, rules of the road, and Department of Transportation regulations at all times maintaining strict focus on Safety First;
• Reports and schedules time off within established guidelines and process.

Years of Experience: Two (2) years of experience driving commercial vehicles Years of Supervisory Experience: N/A Education: High School Diploma or GED Certifications, Licensures, and Examinations: Valid CDL, class B-P with Air Brake Endorsement, with no more than three (3) points.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations;
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNREC and safety codes, regulations, and requirements or the ability to comprehend and apply such requirements;
• Knowledge of safety signs, symbols and labels;
• Knowledge of standards of confidentiality and ethical practice;
• Ability to make decisions and the use of independent judgement;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to provide internal and external customer service in a courteous manor; Basic math, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing;
• Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize software, hardware and communication devices to perform tasks;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders;
• Ability to maintain composure, even in very difficult situations;
• Ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations.

Safety: Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position.

Compensation: Other compensation may include but is not limited to:

• Overtime
• Compensatory time
• Shift Differentials

Benefits: Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation
• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Notes: Conditions of Employment: Candidates must pass a physical examination and drug/alcohol screening as required by the Federal Transit Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Regulations.