Transit Operator

Job Summary

Join our dynamic transportation team as a Transit Operator, where you will be the vital link in an employee shuttle transporting employees safely and efficiently. In this energetic role, you’ll operate transit vehicles, ensuring a smooth and reliable travel experience for all riders. Your commitment to transportation safety regulations and excellent customer service will help foster a positive community presence while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy helping others navigate city streets, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact!

Duties

• Safely operate transit vehicles designated routes.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to ensure compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and vehicle safety standards.
• Navigate city streets efficiently using knowledge of traffic laws, city street layouts, and traffic conditions to maintain punctual service.
• Assist passengers with boarding and alighting, including providing special needs assistance for passengers with disabilities or other mobility challenges.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and fellow drivers using two-way radios to coordinate routes and respond to operational updates or emergencies.
• Ensure passenger safety by enforcing safety protocols, managing passenger behavior, and responding promptly to any incidents or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate logs of trips, vehicle inspections, safety checks, and passenger counts in compliance with transportation safety regulations.

Skills

• Strong mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Proven experience driving various commercial vehicles such as school buses, vans, or delivery trucks with a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL).
• Knowledge of air brake systems, vehicle maintenance procedures, and safety features specific to transit vehicles.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations, state transportation laws, and adherence to transportation safety standards.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to assist passengers courteously and professionally.
• Skilled in city street navigation with an understanding of traffic laws and adverse weather driving conditions.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with passengers, dispatchers, and team members via two-way radios or other communication tools.
• Ability to perform vehicle inspections diligently and identify maintenance needs proactively.

Embark on a rewarding career that combines active driving duties with community engagement! We are dedicated to supporting our drivers through ongoing training in defensive driving techniques and customer service excellence—empowering you to succeed every day while ensuring passenger safety remains our top priority. Join us in delivering dependable transportation services that keep communities moving forward!

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person