Shuttle Bus Driver (FT)

Job TitlePosition Summary: The purpose of this position is to transport passengers operating CDL or non CDL-required buses to local and distant points following a specified time schedule, and assigned routes within the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Position Scope: This position is a key ambassador for the City of Sunny Isles Beach interfacing directly with the general public.Illustrative Examples Of Essential DutiesThis is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent may be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.Transports passengers over a specified route, according to the City published time schedule.Assists in loading wheelchairs in required racks for passengers.Maintains records and appropriate logs of passenger-related information, i.e. number of passengers served, accidents, injuries or isolated incidents.Prepares standard reports on inspections, travel time, mileage, gas, pre-trip inspections and traffic accidents.Routinely inspects vehicles according to Maintenance and Safety standards and procedures ensuring proper working condition.Ensure vehicles is clean; regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.Professionally handle any disorderly conduct by passengers.Maintains a punctual and regular attendance record.Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other employees, and the public using principles of good customer service;Identify and make recommendations on any cost control measures in the delivery of all services under his/her area of responsibility.Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.Performs other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesExcellent driving record and ability to operate and detect improper mechanical systems on the assigned vehicles.Knowledge of state and county traffic and motor vehicle regulations. Knowledge of public safety, and security operations, rules, regulations, precautions, prevention, and the protection of people, data, and property.Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with the general public and coworkers.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to prepare accurate reports and forms. Good knowledge of basic mathematics.Exceptional customer service acumen and willingness to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.Ability to learn the operation, policy and procedures of the City and the assigned department or office.Minimum RequirementsRequired Education & Experience: High school graduate or general education degree (GED) supplemented by two (2) years' experience operating large vehicles, i.e., bus, R.V., tractor trailers; or any acceptable related combination of training and experience. National Safety Council of Defense Driving Course Professional Truck Drivers preferred.Licenses and/or Certifications: Possession of a valid Florida Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement required. Successful drug-free, alcohol-free completion of a DOT/CDL Pre-employment Physical and background check as well as on-going participation in the City's random alcohol and drug testing program.Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand for long periods of time. Frequently required to operate a motor vehicle. Frequently required to see, hear and talk with employees and the public. Frequently required to read and/or present documents, write or use keyboard to communicate through written means. Frequently required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, taste, or smell. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment and field equipment and tools; on occasion lift or carry weight of up to 50 pounds. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid weather conditions, mechanical moving parts, vibration, high places, fumes and/or airborne particles, chemicals, loud noise, and risk of electric shock. Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Additional Information: There is a one-year probationary period. It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain their licenses and/or certifications as a job requirement. Background screenings are conducted through the Clearinghouse @ Insurance The City has a three-tiered stipend plan to help offset the cost of employee health insurance coverage. The three tiers are as follows:Opt Out – Employees opting out of the City's health insurance plan receive $550 contribution, pro-rated semi-monthly. Only employees who provide proof they are enrolled in a creditable coverage insurance plan or Medicare may "opt-out" of the City's health insurance plan. The City reserves the right to verify coverage, request additional information, deny, or cancel this benefit at any time.Single Coverage – Employees choosing single coverage receive a contribution of $814.60 monthly, pro-rated semi-monthly.Dependent Coverage – Employees choosing dependent coverage receive a monthly contribution amount of $1,183.92 if enrolling with employee + child(ren) coverage, $1,261.40 if enrolling with employee + spouse coverage, or $1,5633.48 if enrolling with family coverage, pro-rated semi-monthly.If the dollar amount of the coverage selected is less than the amount allowed, the employee receives the difference, prorated semi-monthly, likewise if the dollar amount of the insurance coverage selected exceeds the allowed amount, the employee pays the difference, pro-rated semi-monthly, The City will deduct all applicable taxes.Currently the City offers two health insurance plans through United Health Care as follows:High Option OAP – Standard Insurance PlanLow Option OAPIN – Lower tiered insurance plan with higher deductibles and co-payments.Dental and Vision Insurance The City pays 100% of the cost for employee coverage for dental DHMO plan and the vision plan and 50% of the cost for dependent coverage for dental DHMO plan and the vision plan. Dental and vision insurance are mandatory for employees.The City offers a DHMO dental plan through United Health Care. A PPO Dental plan is available as an upgraded option. The City offers a PPO vision plan through EyeMed.Life Insurance The City provides group term life insurance coverage for employees as follows:General Employees – One times the amount of employee's annual salary or $25,000, whichever is greater.Department Heads - Two times the amount of employee's annual salary.Long Term Disability The City provides each employee with long term disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance at no cost.Workers Compensation The City may provide full salary to employees injured on the job for a period of up to 13 weeks, (in lieu of the 2/3 salary offered by the state). Thereafter, employees must seek supplemental pay through the City provided Long-Term Disability Plan.Cafeteria Plan The City offers employees optional pre-tax insurance plans (Section 125) through AFLAC. Plans include cancer insurance, short-term disability insurance, and more. Also offered is a Flexible Spending Account, which can be used to put money aside, pre-tax, for planned medical/dental expenses, and for childcare expenses.Retirement Employees are automatically enrolled in one of two retirement plans, depending upon hire date and position. The plans are as follows:Florida Retirement System ("FRS" ): Under this plan, employees and the City make a contribution to the retirement plan in an amount specified according to the employee's classification. The current contribution rates are as follows:Regular Class: 3.00% Employee Contribution, 13.59% City ContributionSpecial Risk Class: 3.00% Employee Contribution, 37.74% City ContributionSenior Management Class: 3.00% Employee Contribution, 32.60% City ContributionEmployees have the option of choosing the Pension Plan or the Investment Plan . Under the Pension Plan, employees enrolled in the FRS prior to July 1, 2011, need to have 6 years of service to be vested. Employees enrolled in the FRS on or after July 1, 2011