What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Operator position at Summit County Government (CO)?
Summit Stage is seeking friendly and safety-minded bus drivers to join our team!
Applications are accepted on an on-going basis year-round. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and possess a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement OR be able to obtain one through our driver training program within two weeks of starting. Bus Operator pay starts at $31.25 per hour with a $5000.00 bonus package plus an excellent Summit County Government benefits package
Applications are accepted on an on-going basis year-round. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and possess a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement OR be able to obtain one through our driver training program within two weeks of starting. Bus Operator pay starts at $31.25 per hour with a $5000.00 bonus package plus an excellent Summit County Government benefits package
- Bus Operator for fixed-route public transit system and complementary para-transit
- Perform vehicle and equipment inspections per Summit Stage policy
- Answer questions about routes, services, and general area information
- Ensure passenger safety in the event of accident, vehicle break down, or other issue
- Prepare detailed written reports concerning incidents, safety issues, etc.
- Observe, document, and report operational safety issues to supervisory staff
- Other duties as assigned by supervisory staff when not assigned a driving shift. These duties may include, but are not limited to: cleaning of bus interiors and exteriors, dumping of trash out of transit vehicles, inspecting vehicles, bringing vehicles to the shop for repairs, and fueling of fleet vehicles
- Able to read, write, and understand written and verbal instruction
- Fluency in spoken and written English language required. Fluency in Spanish desirable.
- Detect and report improperly functioning mechanical systems on fleet vehicles
- Must be minimum 21 years of age and able to obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no restrictions on air brakes
- Must have no prior DUI convictions in the past 7 years and acceptable MVR as determined by Management
- Must have driven a motor vehicle for at least three years
- Must have a friendly, customer service oriented personality
- Must be compliant with drug & alcohol testing requirements of 49 CFR Parts 40 & 655
- Must pass a medical examination as required by 49 CFR Part 391
- These requirements are not all inclusive and other requirements may have to be met as determined by Management
To apply, please submit a Summit County Government application, resume, and cover letter online atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/summitco or mail to Summit County Human Resources, PO Box 68, Breckenridge, CO 80424. For questions regarding the position, please reach out to the hiring team at SummitStageHiring@SummitCountyCo.gov