What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Operators (Burlington) position at Green Mountain Transit (GMT)?
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15 Industrial Parkway
Burlington, VT 05401
802-520-2468 \| RideGMT.com
Job Title: Bus Operators
Reports to: Operations Supervisors, Operations Manager
Effective Date: 6/1/2017
Direct Reports: None
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description And Essential Functions
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a bus in the
transport of passengers, exercising sound judgment in all
instances including but not limited to emergencies. Performs skilled
work of a routine nature in the operation of various
types of buses. Receives assignments and instructions in specific
written and/or oral form.
This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to
Performing The Job. Other Duties May Be Assigned
Operates various buses in a safe, efficient manner for fixed route
service.
Provides customer service that is helpful to the passenger enabling them
to reach their final destination. Such
customer service includes but is not limited, to answering questions,
providing directions, issuing passenger
transfers and providing information about GMT transit services.
Arrives for shift on time, dressed in a complete uniform.
Checks in with Dispatcher at beginning and end of each shift.
Provides physical assistance to disabled passengers when necessary.
Obeys all applicable traffic laws.
Greets passengers, monitors fare collection, and helps customers
understand fare structures.
Complies with route schedules notifying the Dispatch office when
traffic/weather conditions hinder schedule
adherence.
Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood, both in person
and by two-way radio.
Has the ability to communicate verbally utilizing courtesy and diplomacy
in dealing with the public.
Uses radio to contact Dispatch office to report problems encountered in
route such as bad road conditions, detours,
passenger problems, and emergencies.
Conducts circle check of bus before beginning run, for safety and
cleanliness. Reports any discrepancies to the
Dispatcher, a supervisor, or reports problem(s) on Pre-Trip Inspection
form.
Fills out reports such as the Pre-Trip Inspection form, passenger count
surveys and Crash/Incident reports
completely, legibly within established timeframes.
This job description is not intended to be a complete statement of the
position; it is intended merely to be a guide
to the general work to be performed.
15 Industrial Parkway
Burlington, VT 05401
802-520-2468 \| RideGMT.com
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience/Age: A high school diploma or GED is
preferred. The minimum age for all employees in this
position is 21. A CDL and clean driving record are required. Familiarity
with transportation service area is beneficial.
Essential Job Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the
Knowledge, Skill, And/or Ability Required. Essential
duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Possesses and maintains a valid Commercial Driver\'s License (class B)
with a Passenger (P) endorsement by the first
day of employment.
Possesses a valid Department of Transportation physical examination
certification.
Must be able to safely and effectively drive every bus in GMTs fleet
Must be able to safely reach all controls without assistance and be able
to see in all directions while seated in
driver\'s seat.
Must have sufficient strength and dexterity to operate a variety of
switches and levers.
Must be able to sit for periods up to 6 hours with only a very short
break. Have the ability, on a routine basis, to
bend, stoop, twist, reach, climb less th an 6 stairs, the employee is
expected to bend, sit, climb and lift heavy objects
up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.
Work Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an encounter while
performing the essential functions of this job. Essential functions are
performed with or without reasonable
accommodations.
Work involves being around moving machinery and exposure to dust, fumes,
gases, noises, and extremes in
temperature/humidity. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Work
hours may involve early mornings,
late nights, weekends and/or split shifts.
GMT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics
information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1307619
15 Industrial Parkway
Burlington, VT 05401
802-520-2468 \| RideGMT.com
Job Title: Bus Operators
Reports to: Operations Supervisors, Operations Manager
Effective Date: 6/1/2017
Direct Reports: None
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description And Essential Functions
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a bus in the
transport of passengers, exercising sound judgment in all
instances including but not limited to emergencies. Performs skilled
work of a routine nature in the operation of various
types of buses. Receives assignments and instructions in specific
written and/or oral form.
This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to
Performing The Job. Other Duties May Be Assigned
Operates various buses in a safe, efficient manner for fixed route
service.
Provides customer service that is helpful to the passenger enabling them
to reach their final destination. Such
customer service includes but is not limited, to answering questions,
providing directions, issuing passenger
transfers and providing information about GMT transit services.
Arrives for shift on time, dressed in a complete uniform.
Checks in with Dispatcher at beginning and end of each shift.
Provides physical assistance to disabled passengers when necessary.
Obeys all applicable traffic laws.
Greets passengers, monitors fare collection, and helps customers
understand fare structures.
Complies with route schedules notifying the Dispatch office when
traffic/weather conditions hinder schedule
adherence.
Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood, both in person
and by two-way radio.
Has the ability to communicate verbally utilizing courtesy and diplomacy
in dealing with the public.
Uses radio to contact Dispatch office to report problems encountered in
route such as bad road conditions, detours,
passenger problems, and emergencies.
Conducts circle check of bus before beginning run, for safety and
cleanliness. Reports any discrepancies to the
Dispatcher, a supervisor, or reports problem(s) on Pre-Trip Inspection
form.
Fills out reports such as the Pre-Trip Inspection form, passenger count
surveys and Crash/Incident reports
completely, legibly within established timeframes.
This job description is not intended to be a complete statement of the
position; it is intended merely to be a guide
to the general work to be performed.
15 Industrial Parkway
Burlington, VT 05401
802-520-2468 \| RideGMT.com
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience/Age: A high school diploma or GED is
preferred. The minimum age for all employees in this
position is 21. A CDL and clean driving record are required. Familiarity
with transportation service area is beneficial.
Essential Job Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the
Knowledge, Skill, And/or Ability Required. Essential
duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Possesses and maintains a valid Commercial Driver\'s License (class B)
with a Passenger (P) endorsement by the first
day of employment.
Possesses a valid Department of Transportation physical examination
certification.
Must be able to safely and effectively drive every bus in GMTs fleet
Must be able to safely reach all controls without assistance and be able
to see in all directions while seated in
driver\'s seat.
Must have sufficient strength and dexterity to operate a variety of
switches and levers.
Must be able to sit for periods up to 6 hours with only a very short
break. Have the ability, on a routine basis, to
bend, stoop, twist, reach, climb less th an 6 stairs, the employee is
expected to bend, sit, climb and lift heavy objects
up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.
Work Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an encounter while
performing the essential functions of this job. Essential functions are
performed with or without reasonable
accommodations.
Work involves being around moving machinery and exposure to dust, fumes,
gases, noises, and extremes in
temperature/humidity. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Work
hours may involve early mornings,
late nights, weekends and/or split shifts.
GMT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics
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