Bus Operator

Bus Operator

The Bus Operator drives a company-owned vehicle to pick up and discharge passengers on a specific route in a safe and professional manner. Operators may sign for fixed routes, demand response or trippers. The route schedules vary depending on whether the operator is driving a fixed route run or demand response service. Responsible to the Operations Manager but will routinely take written and verbal instructions from road supervisors and/or dispatchers for day-to-day operations. There are no direct or indirect reports for this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in this position description. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this position description.

• Operate all types of METRO RTA vehicles, as assigned.
• Monitor passenger counts when requested to do so by supervision.
• Provide optimum customer service while transporting passengers timely, safely, and efficiently.
• Collect all applicable fare (money, tickets, passes, transfers) from passengers.
• Must complete pre-trip inspections to ensure safe condition of coach.
• Assist passengers with schedule information when applicable.
• Must complete incident/accident reports as the need arises.
• May assist with route training of bus operators.

Physical demands of the job include the following:

• Operators must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical examination.
• Operators must take and pass drug and/or alcohol tests in accordance with METRO's Drug and Alcohol Abuse Policy.
• Standing – Frequently
• Walking – Frequently
• Sitting – Frequently
• Lifting – Occasionally
• Carrying – Occasionally
• Pushing – Occasionally
• Pulling – Occasionally
• Climbing – Frequently
• Kneeling – Occasionally
• Reaching – Frequently

Work environment:

• 10% indoors
• 90% outdoors, with direct exposure to diesel fumes, odors, and dirt.

METRO rewards its team members by supplying an exceptional benefits package that delivers quality and value while satisfying the diverse needs of our workforce. METRO provides or offers the following:

• Competitive compensation, awarded according to job description and experience or according to union contract.
• Generous benefits including Medical, RX, Dental, vision, AD&D, Life Insurance provided at one low cost premium. METRO also offers a very low deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and co-insurance for both individual and family coverage.
• Contribution towards gym or other exercise program.
• Discounts on various items, such as phones and computers.
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and picks-up 3% of your required contribution.
• A voluntary Deferred Compensation program
• An Employee Assistance program
• An Educational Reimbursement program