What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver - Part Time position at Valley Transit?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Drives city buses; boards and
discharges passengers, including those who may need mobility assistance,
at designated bus stops; collects fares from passengers; answers
questions and gives directions. Performs routine safety inspections
prior to taking bus onto public roadway and at end of shift. Maintains
effective radio communications while on route to ensure safe and timely
arrivals and departures and transfers. Records ridership information and
logs daily fare accumulation. Checks bulletin board, daily assignment
board, and is up to date on route information, schedule changes, detour
information, weather conditions, etc. Maintains regular punctual and
predictable attendance, works overtime and extra hours as outlined in
Schedule Descriptions. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Distributes Printed
informational materials to passengers. Monitors and maintains the
interior and exterior condition of the vehicle. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements of Work Requires
considerable experience in the operation of buses and related equipment
supplemented by experience working with the general public or any
equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the
following knowledge, abilities and skills: Considerable knowledge of
defensive driving techniques. Knowledge in the basic mechanical
operation of buses and other vehicular equipment. Knowledge in the use
and operation of radio communications systems. Ability to drive a bus
safely and on schedule in all weather conditions. Ability to understand
street maps and directions. Ability to make independent decisions and
exercise sound judgment in stressful or emergency situations. Ability to
maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public and
to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner. Ability to
effectively serve passengers and follow ADA service requirements in a
safe manner. Reliability in attendance and promptness in reporting to
work. Ability to comply with the City Drug and Alcohol Policy and pass a
pre-employment physical and drug screen. Possess and maintain a valid
Wisconsin Class B Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) with the P
endorsement and a Federal Medical Card. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi
discharges passengers, including those who may need mobility assistance,
at designated bus stops; collects fares from passengers; answers
questions and gives directions. Performs routine safety inspections
prior to taking bus onto public roadway and at end of shift. Maintains
effective radio communications while on route to ensure safe and timely
arrivals and departures and transfers. Records ridership information and
logs daily fare accumulation. Checks bulletin board, daily assignment
board, and is up to date on route information, schedule changes, detour
information, weather conditions, etc. Maintains regular punctual and
predictable attendance, works overtime and extra hours as outlined in
Schedule Descriptions. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Distributes Printed
informational materials to passengers. Monitors and maintains the
interior and exterior condition of the vehicle. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements of Work Requires
considerable experience in the operation of buses and related equipment
supplemented by experience working with the general public or any
equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the
following knowledge, abilities and skills: Considerable knowledge of
defensive driving techniques. Knowledge in the basic mechanical
operation of buses and other vehicular equipment. Knowledge in the use
and operation of radio communications systems. Ability to drive a bus
safely and on schedule in all weather conditions. Ability to understand
street maps and directions. Ability to make independent decisions and
exercise sound judgment in stressful or emergency situations. Ability to
maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public and
to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner. Ability to
effectively serve passengers and follow ADA service requirements in a
safe manner. Reliability in attendance and promptness in reporting to
work. Ability to comply with the City Drug and Alcohol Policy and pass a
pre-employment physical and drug screen. Possess and maintain a valid
Wisconsin Class B Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) with the P
endorsement and a Federal Medical Card. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi