What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Operator - Paratransit (PT) position at RATP DEV USA, LLC?
- Primary customer service contact. Provides safe, on-time, and courteous service to CARTA and its surrounding communities.
- Operates various types of transit buses in revenue and non-revenue service.
- Drivers are required to pick-up and drop off passengers at bus stops, stations, or at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations based on strict time schedules.
- Drivers must operate vehicles safely, especially when traffic is heavier than normal. They cannot let light traffic put them ahead of schedule so that they miss passengers.
- Drivers must enjoy the opportunity to work without direct supervision, with full responsibility for their vehicle and passengers.
Major Duties:
- Follow established rules and regulations.
- Follow time schedules and route assignments.
- Operate all vehicles assigned safely in all weather and traffic conditions. This includes performing pre-trip inspection and completing required daily paperwork.
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner on a daily basis.
- Accurately collect all passenger fares, based on established fare schedules.
- Timely and accurately submit all accident and/or unusual occurrence report as required.
- Provide customer service (answer questions, give directions regarding transfer points, etc.) to all passengers with courtesy.
- Operate fare collection equipment and report any mechanical/equipment problems immediately.