What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Bus Operator position at Athens Clarke County and Careers?
Purpose & Job Related Requirements
REPORTS TO: Route Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
PAY GRADE: Depends on qualifications: Recruit: 111, Operator I:112
SAFETY SENSITIVE: CDL - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to operate a mainline bus or specialized van. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: picking up and dropping off passengers, collecting fares, operating a vehicle along prescribed routes, transporting paratransit/demand response passengers, providing good customer service, and performing additional tasks as assigned.
Job Related Requirements
Work Schedule: *Flexible Schedules / Some Weekend Work Required* Varies: the hours of operation are 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM, 7 days a week. The first route pulls out at 5:30 AM weekdays, and weekend service begins at 7:00 AM.
All new hires will be placed on the extra board. When a permanent shift becomes available all employees will have an opportunity to bid based on seniority and performance.
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.
Emergency Position
This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.
Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Recruit:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Customer service and/or working with the elderly or disabled is preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire.
Must be able to obtain a full valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License(CDL) permit within six(6) weeks of the date of hire. Must also be able to obtain a full valid Georgia CDL with passenger endorsement within four(4) months of the date of hire.
Operator 1:
High school diploma or GED required, with one year of experience in the operation of a mainline bus and/or specialized van preferred
Experience working with the elderly or disabled is also preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's CDL license with Passenger endorsement at time of hire.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities
Recruit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke/classspecs?keywords=transit vehicle operator recruit
Operator 1: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke/classspecs?keywords=transit vehicle operator I
Supplemental Information
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.
Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
As an Employer of Choice, we offer:
Health
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription drug plan
Wellness
- Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness education and incentive programs
- Annual Wellness Fair
- Annual employee appreciation events
- Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
- Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations
Family and Career
- Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
- Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System
Time
- Annual/Sick leave
- 13 paid holidays per calendar year
Money
- Robust Wellness Program – earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
- Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care
- Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
- 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer – Federal Student Aid
- Financial education programs
- Uniforms provided (if applicable)
- Discount Admissions – ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium
Protection
- Group Accident insurance
- Critical Illness insurance
- MASA Medical Transportation Insurance
- Employer paid basic life insurance
- Whole life insurance
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Contributory term life insurance
- Pet Insurance
To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below.
BENEFITS
http://www.accgov.com/434/Benefits
WELLNESS
http://www.accgov.com/wellness
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
http://www.accgov.com/index.aspx?nid=791
Salary : $19 - $24