Transit Bus Driver

Position Summary
The Bus Driver provides transportation to Becker County residents.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Completes pre-and post-trip vehicle inspection. Reports vehicle problems to the dispatcher.
• Operates transit bus in town and rural areas.
• Provides passenger assistance as needed.
• Operates hydraulic lift for wheelchair passengers and assists passengers with walkers.
• Assists individuals on and off the bus as needed or requested.
• Secures wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize them.
• Operation of bus equipment included, but not limited to, wheelchair lift, two-way radios, tables, tie-downs, fire extinguisher, heating and cooling systems, etc.
• Maintains radio contact with dispatcher to insure a safe, efficient, and timely delivery of the public to their destinations.
• Cleans and sanitizes buses. Cleans snow and water from bus stall and performs other light cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Adheres to county, OSHA and MNDOT safety requirements.
• Promotes transit and its services.
• Provides persons with directions and guidance, is courteous and patient, and resolves problems when able.
• Attends trainings and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.


Requirements:
• Valid MN CDL Driver's License with passenger endorsement.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have positive public relations skills.
• Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved.
• Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies using moderate analytical ability in adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions using generally prescribed procedures.


Physical Demands and Working Conditions
• Work is performed in passenger buses, roads and office.
• Normal hearing and correctable vision required.
• Ability to lift, carry or push up to 25 pounds.


Equipment Utilized
• Office equipment, passenger buses and their equipment.


Competencies Common to all County Positions
• Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable County policies and procedures.
• Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff.
• Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.
• Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities.
• Represent Becker County in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and constituencies.