Temporary Bus Driver

General Definition of Work

A Little About The City: City of Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.8 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal.

Jacksonville Recreation has indoor and outdoor facilities throughout the City and include year-round programs, classes and events including summer concerts, camps, movies, team sports and many more activities for all ages. There are 19 parks and 20 miles of greenways and trails. We are a waterway City with easy access to fishing and water sports and are close to Onslow beaches.

General Description: The of Jacksonville is seeking caring individuals interested in working with our Youth Summer Programs within the Recreation Department as a Temporary Bus Driver. They will perform intermediate semiskilled work in transporting passengers and the regular operation of passenger buses; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

To learn more about the Recreation summer program, click HERE!

The salary posted is the full hourly range for this position. The starting hourly range is expected to be in the range of $15.81 - $20.55 depending on qualifications.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

Operating city passenger busses in the performance of transporting recreation participants. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Operate City busses to transport passengers for special events.
• Drive and maintain a schedule; transport passengers to scheduled events; assist passengers in loading and unloading as needed; operate specialized loading and unloading equipment to assist wheelchair passengers in a safe and timely manner.
• Tactfully greet passengers; answer questions and provide information to the general public regarding rules, regulations and other information; refer sensitive inquiries and complaints to appropriate staff.
• Operate a two-way radio; report accidents; provide staff support in accident investigations.
• Prepare and inspect assigned vehicle for daily operations; check and maintain fluid levels; perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs as necessary; maintain and submit vehicle mileage records as requested.
• Ensure safety regulations, rules and codes are enforced and obeyed by passengers in assigned vehicle; report persistent violators.
• Maintain contact with supervisor and report on current position and conditions affecting the operation of the scheduled events as required.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Required Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

A current DOT Medical Card; North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License with an endorsement for air brakes at the time of employment and a passenger endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations. Thorough knowledge of City and state driving rules and regulations. Thorough knowledge of practices and procedures of mass transit equipment operation. Thorough knowledge of city streets and geographical locations and layout. Thorough knowledge of safe work practices. Ability to operate mass transit vehicles and equipment; perform preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle; tactfully respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the citizens and the general public. Ability to operate a two-way radio; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and inwriting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position.