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City of Appleton, WI is Hiring a Part-Time Bus Driver Near Appleton, WI
Drivers work in an engaging and inclusive environment on a team that supports each other. Valley Transit employees also receive excellent benefits and work with state-of-the-art equipment while completing the essential service of connecting people with the family, friends, workplaces, and communities.
Examples of Duties
- Drives city buses; boards and discharges passengers, including those who may need mobility assistance, at designated bus stops; collects fares from passengers; answers questions and gives directions.
- Performs routine safety inspections prior to taking bus onto public roadway and at end of shift.
- Maintains effective radio communications while on route to ensure safe and timely arrivals and departures and transfers.
- Records ridership information and logs daily fare accumulation.
- Checks bulletin board, daily assignment board, and is up to date on route information, schedule changes, detour information, weather conditions, etc.
- Maintains regular punctual and predictable attendance, works overtime and extra hours as outlined in schedule descriptions.
- Distributes printed informational materials to passengers.
- Monitors and maintains the interior and exterior condition of the vehicle.
Typical Qualifications
- Considerable knowledge of defensive driving techniques.
- Knowledge in the basic mechanical operation of buses and other vehicular equipment.
- Knowledge in the use and operation of radio communications systems.
- Ability to drive a bus safely and on schedule in all weather conditions.
- Ability to understand street maps and directions.
- Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment in stressful or emergency situations.
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public and to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
- Ability to effectively serve passengers and follow ADA service requirements in a safe manner.
- Reliability in attendance and promptness in reporting to work.
- Ability to comply with the City Drug and Alcohol Policy and pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the P endorsement and a Federal Medical Card.
Supplemental Information
OUR COMMUNITY
The City of Appleton is an inviting community nestled in northeastern Wisconsin just north of the largest lake in the state, Lake Winnebago. Home to more than 75,000 residents, Appleton is known for its vibrant and growing downtown, numerous parks, high-quality education, and friendly, safe environment. We are located in the center of the Fox Cities, one of the fastest growing areas in the state that more than a quarter million people call home. We’re proud that in 2020 Appleton was ranked #1 for the Best Place to Raise Kids by SmartAsset. In 2023, Appleton was also ranked one of the best places to live in the Midwest by Livability.
Any day of the week, you can enjoy a variety of activities from jazz concerts at the nationally-recognized Lawrence University, to Broadway performances at our multi-million dollar Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, to a quiet evening of walking or biking the trails along the river, or enjoying dinner at one of the many fabulous restaurants.
Appleton offers the rare balance of the cultural experiences of a larger city, while maintaining a hometown feel for residents and visitors alike. From the largest Flag Day parade in the nation in June, to Juneteenth, to the Mile of Music which attracts musicians from across the world each August, to Hmong New Year, we are proud to welcome all cultures and people from different walks of life.
APPLY TO JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY—YOU BELONG HERE!
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONCandidates will select one of the schedule options below and may obtain additional hours by making themselves available for other open hours.
Option #1 – Union represented Part Time Driver (non-benefited)
1A. Availability
Monday – Friday 5:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. & Saturday 7:25 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
OR
1B. Availability Monday – Saturday 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Option #2 - Union represented Part Time Driver (non-benefited)
Availability 3 days per week (with one day being a Saturday every other week)
Option #3 – Union represented Tripper Drivers (non-benefited)
Availability for tripper routes Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. AND 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (when school is not in sessions Part Time Tripper Driver may sign the overtime board listing when they are available. On dates with delayed school start, Tripper Drivers would be exempt from being available for the a.m. shift.)
Job Summary
Part Time
$30k-39k (estimate)
10/19/2023
04/24/2024
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