Bus Route Operator Trainee
Smart Bus
Center Line, MI 48015
Posted 11 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time
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Industry
Transportation, Logistics
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Job Description
Bus Route Operator Trainee
Connector Bus Operator
Department:Transportation
Union:TeamstersSMART is actively looking for customer-focused drivers that LOVE to work with the public! We are looking to fill immediate openings. We have openings throughout our service area in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties.
$18.18/hour is paid during training; $19.70/hour after successful completion of training (8 weeks).
General Summary
Under general direction, the Connector Bus Operator (CBO) operates motor coaches to transport passengers in a safe, efficient and courteous manner. The CBO is responsible for collecting fares and completing necessary inspections and reports.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates motor coaches subject to departmental rules, regulations, schedules, and local and state traffic regulations, keeping radio dispatcher aware of status and location.
- Maintains professional image and performs duties in courteous, friendly manner emphasizing positive customer relations.
- Inspects and tests vehicle equipment prior to each run to ensure vehicle safety.
- Reports equipment and maintenance problems or concerns to appropriate management personnel.
- Responsible for the safe loading, transport and unloading of passengers.
- Judges best way to route vehicle from place-to-place in demand-responsive service.
- Provides schedule, route, fare, directional and general information to customers.
- Responsible for collecting proper fares, inspecting passes, receiving and issuing transfers.
- Assists passengers, particularly the elder and handicapped persons, in boarding or exiting vehicle as necessary, including operation of wheelchair lift and wheelchair restraints.
- Posts appropriate route and destination signs in vehicle.
- Removes ice, snow and slush from platforms.
- Maintains proper lighting, heating and ventilation on vehicle.
- Responsible for inspecting bulletin board daily for directives, policy and procedure announcements.
- Maintains trip sheets and other forms as required.
- Submits written reports on accidents and may be required to serve as witness regarding same.
- Maintains reasonable order aboard the coach.
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Requirements
- Ability to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, split days off, especially during the first 2 years of employment.
- A real desire to drive and serve the public.
- Ability to obtain a Chauffeur's Drivers License.
- Less than four points on driving record in last five years.
- Good driving record. No suspensions, revocations or restrictions within past 36 months (3 years).
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend written directives and service information.
- Ability to perform arithmetical calculations and maintain reports.
- Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision.
- Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work with the public.
- Ability to exercise sound and quick judgment in solving problems.
- Ability to read a street map and find unknown locations quickly.
- Knowledge of the service area of the assigned terminal: Major streets and landmarks, street numbering systems, etc.
- Ability to successfully complete employment history verification and criminal background check, medical examination including drug screening, and employment interview.
SMART is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age - #ZR
Candidate Profile
Qualification High School