FIXED ROUTE COACH OPERATOR (TRAINEE)

Job Description

Job Description

Fixed Route Coach Operator
Department: Transportation
Union: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)

SMART is actively looking for customer-focused drivers that LOVE to work with the public! We are looking to fill immediate openings. We have openings throughout our service area in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties.

$22.34/hour is paid during training; $25.87/hour after successful completion of training (8 weeks).

SMART Benefits: Include:
Competitive benefits package, health care savings program (post-employment), defined benefit pension plan, employee transportation pass, paid vacation, holidays and personal leave days, tuition reimbursement and career opportunities.

General Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates motor coaches subject to departmental rules, regulations, schedules and local and state traffic regulations.
• Maintains professional image and performs duties in a courteous, friendly manner emphasizing positive customer relations.
• Inspects and tests vehicle equipment prior to each run to ensure vehicle safety.
• Reports equipment and maintenance problems or concerns to appropriate management personnel.
• Responsible for the safe loading, transport and unloading of passengers.
• Provides schedule, route, fare, directional and general information to customers.
• Responsible for collecting proper fares, inspecting passes, receiving and issuing transfers.
• Assists passengers, particularly elderly and handicapped persons, in boarding or exiting vehicle as necessary.
• Posts appropriate route and destination signs in vehicle.
• Removes ice, snow and slush from platforms.
• Maintains proper lighting, heating and ventilation on vehicle.
• Responsible for inspecting bulletin board daily for directives, policy and procedure announcements.
• Maintains trip sheets and other forms as required.
• Submits written reports on accidents and may be required to serve as witness regarding same.
• Maintains reasonable order aboard the coach.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, split days off, especially during the first 2 years of employment.
• A real desire to drive and serve the public.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Less than four points on driving record in last five years.
• No suspensions, revocations or restrictions within past 36 months (3 years).
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
• A minimum of 5 years licensed driving experience.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written directives and service information.
• Ability to perform arithmetical calculations and maintain reports.
• Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work with the public.
• Ability to exercise sound and quick judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to successfully complete employment history verification and criminal background check, medical examination including drug screening, and employment interview.

SMART is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age