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NEOGOV · 6 months ago

Substitute Bus Operator - Part Time

Loveland, CO

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.77/hr - $26.76/hr

NEOGOV is seeking a Substitute Bus Operator for the City of Loveland. The role involves safely transporting residents, including seniors and persons with disabilities, while providing superior customer service and ensuring vehicle safety and maintenance.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Provides superior customer service to a diverse population of clients

Safely transports passengers either in transit or paratransit vehicles

Assures all passengers are treated in a respectful, friendly manner, while encouraging a safe environment

Daily performs pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and records the results on the Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR)

Communicates any vehicle deficiency to the Operations Supervisor

May be assigned to bus cleaning rotation which consists of moving buses into the shop facility, loose item collection, exterior window cleaning (time permitting), exterior mirror cleaning and running the bus through the bus wash (weather permitting)

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

ClassB CDLCPRFirst AidPassenger Assistance TechniquesDefensive drivingCustomer service skillsVehicle inspectionRadio communicationCommunication skills

Required

High School Graduate or GED

A valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with P passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions required

Possession of a Class B CDL learner's permit prior to start date, with the ability to obtain a class B CDL with a P passenger endorsement within two (2) months of hire date may substitute

Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification, or have ability to obtain certifications within six (6) months of hire date

Superior customer service skills

Make sound judgments and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations

Follow instructions and communications in both oral and written form

Communicate in a positive, friendly and professional manner with passengers, staff and the general public

Technical ability to safely operate all COLT transit vehicles, operate controls, pedals, levers and switches found on transit vehicles, read gauge and assess the safe operational condition of vehicles

Transport passengers to predetermined fixed route stops and scheduled paratransit locations; assist passengers in getting on and off transit vehicles; ability to safely operate a wheelchair lift

Complete daily tasks including inspection of vehicles to verify that the vehicle is functioning properly

Make recommendations on vehicle maintenance as required; operate a two-way radio and use proper radio communications

Preferred

Training in Passenger Assistance Techniques, including sensitivity training for persons with disabilities, drug and alcohol awareness and defensive driving desired

Some experience related to transporting passengers and/or working with the disabled is highly desirable