Transit Driver/Dispatcher

Position Summary:

The Bus Driver/Dispatcher provides transportation to Becker County residents and dispatches bus trips and routes.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Driver:

• 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, tablets, 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.

Dispatcher:

• Responds to customer phone calls and schedules rides.
• Organizes routes by GPS and locations to provide drivers with the most efficient routes.
• Maintains communication with drivers via two-way radio.
• Performs basic office tasks.

• 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 split time between bus driving and dispatching as assigned by the Transit Supervisor.
• 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, radio, passenger buses, and their equipment.

Competencies Common to all County Positions:

• Develop, maintain a through 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.