Transit Driver - Substitute, 0-19 Hours per Week - Starting Pay $19.61/Hr. - The City of Bettendorf

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty operating a city transit bus; and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Operates City transit buses on established routes and time schedules.
2. Stops transit bus at designated areas and assists passengers to safely enter and exit the vehicle.
3. Collects/sells punch passes, monthly passes, and ensures accurate payment of transit fares.
4. Monitors behavior of passengers, ensuring that they remain seated and follow proper safety precautions.
5. Provides transfers, route schedules, maps, directions, and other information requested by passengers.
6. Responsible for the safe operation and proper care of assigned vehicles; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and cleans vehicles daily as required.
7. Reports any mechanical problems to Operations Coordinator.
8. Responsible for refueling the bus at the end of the day.
9. Maintains records of passenger usage; reports traffic accidents and stalled vehicles to Operations Coordinator and performs related job duties as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Education: 

Requires a level of knowledge normally acquired through the successful completion of high school or a GED equivalency.

Experience: 

Requires six (6) to twelve (12) months of successful work experience in operating a vehicle on public thoroughfares.

Must possess, and maintain throughout the duration of employment, a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with passenger endorsement.

Analytical Abilities:

Ability to read, write, and follow both oral and written procedures and instructions.  The successful candidate shall have knowledge of State and city traffic regulations, signs, and signals.

Interpersonal Skills: 

Requires excellent interpersonal skills necessary to listen and effectively communicate with a variety of individuals.  Must be an effective team player and requires the ability to work independently.

Working Conditions: 

Required to operate a motor vehicle safely in all weather conditions and sit for extended periods of time. 

Physical Demands

• Physical ability to operate a transit vehicle and to assist passengers in and out of the vehicle weighing over 150 pounds is required.
• Able to load, tie-down, and unload wheelchair passengers and other accessible mobility devices.

Work Schedule: 

This position requires on-call responsibilities.  Successful applicants will be paid $100/week for on-call pay, regardless of hours worked.  Applicant must be available to cover shifts as needed.  The morning shift runs from 5:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., and the evening shift runs from 12:10 p.m. to 7:10 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Cleaning and other minor administrative tasks may be scheduled in instances where no shifts are needed to be covered.  Occasional Saturday or Sunday hours may be required for bus cleaning and training purposes.  Generally, work hours will not exceed 19 hours per week, but could be as low as zero (0), depending on the scheduling needs of the department.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to:   Transit Operations Manager

Supervises:  Not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

This is a part-time, union, non civil service position.  Applicants will be subject to background check.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The City of Bettendorf is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  The City of Bettendorf complies with American with Disabilities Act.