Transit Driver

Job Title

An employee in this class drives and operates a multi-passenger vehicle on assigned routes based on reservations to transport passengers to and from their homes to medical appointments, nutrition centers, grocery/drug stores, county agencies, airports, and other designated locations.

Work includes driving and operating transit vehicles on an assigned route schedules that may vary on a daily basis; performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify damaged or defective equipment; assisting elderly, disabled and citizens to and from medical appointments, employers, county agencies, businesses, community college, and other designated locations; safely operating wheelchair lift and tie downs; enforcing rules of operation and conduct to ensure safety of the passengers; performing minor vehicle maintenance; and collecting fares.

Work also involves completing and maintaining daily records, logs, and reports, including vehicle inspection reports, fuel logs, arrival and departure time documentation, fare collection reports, and mileage logs. Work requires a special understanding of the needs and behavior of clients served. The work subjects the employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, fumes, and gases. Duties may expose the employee to human body fluids; thus, the work is subject to OSHA requirements on bloodborne pathogens. Starting pay is $16.20 per hour or DOQ.

Examples Of Job Duties

• Drives vehicles on assigned schedule and route that may vary on a daily basis to transport passengers to and from destination.
• Drives and operates multi-passenger vehicles safely through traffic on assigned routes in accordance with traffic laws and departmental regulations to transport passengers to and from destinations, including out-of-county trips.
• Operates the disability wheelchair lifts to assist handicapped individuals in boarding, riding and exiting in a safe manner; secures wheelchairs, seatbelts and mobility devices on the vehicle.
• Uses some discretion to determine the order of passenger pick-up and delivery.
• Contacts dispatcher regarding circumstances that may affect service such as heavy traffic, road hazards, road obstructions and various emergencies.
• Monitors and reports status and needs of the vehicles for maintenance and safe operation.
• Maintains first-aid supplies and fire-suppression equipment on the vehicles.
• Records mileage, number of passengers, times, and other required information on forms.
• Collects and keeps account of fares; turn in receipt book and monies daily to Transit Operations Supervisor.
• Assists passengers with seat belts, getting in and out of vehicles as needed and required; operates wheelchair lifts.
• Ensures the vehicle is clean and free of litter.
• Checks vehicle prior to initial trip and at end of each day. Refuels vehicle at end of day; washes van as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the geographical layout of the County and surrounding counties.
• Working knowledge of safe and efficient operation of vehicles.
• Ability to work effectively with special populations.
• Ability to maintain and keep accurate records and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to read and understand written materials (training materials, departmental rules, DMV Handbook, etc.).
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to accurately complete and maintain departmental various forms and records including incident reports and route sheets.
• Ability to read, interpret and respond to traffic signs and signals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, customers and the general public.
• Willingness to work a flexible and irregular schedule and to assist on a variety of established routes that may vary on a daily basis.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school and considerable public driving experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid North Carolina driver's license and maintained a clean driving record for the past three years. Preference given for a CDL endorsement with passenger assistant.