Driver (Part-Time)

COMMUNITY TRANSIT OF WATERTOWN/SISSETON, INC.

Job Description

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Transit Driver II

Reports To: Co-Executive Directors

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Starting Wage: $16.00/hr

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Co-Executive Directors, the Transit Driver II is responsible for driving the Transit vehicles to transport passengers over specified routes in the assigned towns and Counties according to an established time schedule. *CDL NOT REQUIRED*

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Drive Transit vehicles on routes limited to either in town or out of town to transport the public as scheduled.
• Assist non-ambulatory passengers with walkers or canes in entering and exiting the Transit vehicle.
• Ensure all passengers are seat belted.
• Perform pre-trip inspection checks to ensure all functions of the vehicle are accurately operating to ensure compliance with regulatory safety precautions.
• Perform routine and operational maintenance on the vehicle and report to proper personnel all routine maintenance and repairs including needed oil changes, tire repairs and changes, physical damage to vehicles, flushes, etc.
• Comply with all traffic regulations and report any accidents.
• Keep interior and exterior of vehicles clean.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Communicate with dispatcher as to delays and/or problems with passenger pick up.
• Keep vehicle fueled.
• Assist passengers in boarding(s) and with packages as necessary.
• Collect donations or fares, count and remint to the office.
• Project a positive image to the public and provide exceptional customer service skills speaking in a friendly and professional manner.
• Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices and policies.
• Submit daily time sheets and complete daily and monthly reports as requested. 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Do not smoke on or near the vehicle and do not allow others to do so either.
• Attend meetings, trainings, or seminars as requested.
• Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices and policies.
• Perform other such duties and functions as deemed necessary.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safe driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to drive all transit vehicles in a safe manner.
• Maintain good personal hygiene at all times and wear the uniforms provided.
• Ability to operate a variety of communication equipment, including two-way radio, mobile telephone and computer mobile dispatch, and scheduling transit system.
• Mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide using numbers.
• Effective in communication with Transit staff and the public.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to perform detailed but uninvolved written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work with and get along with a variety of people and personalities by being courteous and helpful.
• Ability to be punctual, dependable, and professional.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.

  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND EXAMINATIONS:

• Valid South Dakota Driver’s License is required.
• A South Dakota Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement is optional.
• Federal regulations require successfully passing pre-employment, reasonable, suspicious, random, post-accident and return to duty and return to duty drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Maintain current training and certifications as deemed necessary for transit operations including but not limited to CPR, First Aid, and other trainings as assigned.
• Ability to pass the PASS 8.0 (Passenger Assistance Safety and Sensitivity) training and certification, including additional and in-depth instruction on passenger assistance techniques, the safe operation of wheelchair lifts and ramps, proper securement and transport of wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and other mobility aids, including the use of four point tie-down systems, occupant restraint systems, and Q'Straint securement equipment, defensive passenger transportation practices, sensitivity awareness, and safe transportation procedures for individuals with disabilities and special transportation needs.
• Ability to assist passengers with varying mobility needs safely and professionally.
• Obtain required certifications within the designated probationary period.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Physical stamina to lift, carry, pull, push, stoop and/or otherwise move when transporting individuals and using other equipment.
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds.
• Hearing in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Drive in extreme and fluctuating outside weather and road conditions.