Paratransit Operator (Regular Part-Time) (Continuous) (Grade 8/10)

Part-Time Paratransit Operator

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S PUBLIC TRANSIT DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville's Public Transit department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Part-Time Paratransit Operator position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People. Come join our growing Public Transit Team! Apply today!

About our Department:

The mission of Public Transportation is to provide safe, efficient, and customer friendly transit services to citizens and guests of the community. The City of Huntsville's 19 Access vehicles are radio dispatched and ADA accessible. Access is a specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service.

Paratransit Operator Position Overview:

This is skilled work in the operation of a paratransit vehicle for the transportation of persons with disabilities and/or the elderly throughout the city limits as assigned. Work involves responsibility for driving a 15 passenger modified van, transporting passengers in a safe, courteous and professional manner and providing assistance to persons with mobility impairments to and from the vehicle. Work also involves responsibility for conducting daily vehicle inspections, performing basic record keeping duties, collecting fares from customers and providing information.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and experience in driving large vehicles and transporting the public; or any combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class D Driver's License. This position requires maintaining an excellent Motor Vehicle Record as set annually by the Liability Insurance Company.

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Benefits

The City of Huntsville offers the following benefits, sick leave, holiday pay and retirement, for its regular, part-time employees. Part-time employees are not eligible for paid vacation, overtime or other benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We know that dealing with day-to-day stresses can be distracting. The City provides a confidential EAP program to assist with life's stresses. EAP services may be coordinated through TELUS Health (formerly Behavioral Health Systems (BHS) or through the Employee Resources and Program Manager at the City's Health & Wellness Center. Resources may include substance abuse, grief and loss, marriage/family communication, managing stress and depression, parenting, and more. There is no waiting period for this benefit. Health & Wellness Center Powered by Premise Health/CareHere The City's Health & Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. The Center provides cost-effective health care and on-line services at no cost to the individual. Open Monday through Saturday, the Center provides medical services including acute, primary, and preventive care, as well as annual physicals. The Center also offers routine blood work, immunizations, wellness coaching, chronic disease management, many generic medications dispensed on-site, and much more. If an onsite appointment isn't possible, Telehealth Services are available 24/7/365. All City employees, covered retirees, and covered dependents age 3 and above are eligible for services at the Center as well as telehealth services.