Transit Driver III
Public Works Department - MAPS Divisions
Part-time position available.
Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Joplin.
Primary Purpose
Operates a public transit vehicle to transport passengers on specified routes or manifests. Makes pick-ups and drop-offs for riders, including many who may be elderly or disabled.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Experience: Prior public or passenger transit driving experience, with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR), is required.
Licenses and Certifications:
For Transit Driver III: Possess and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements.
Essential Job Functions
- Operates public transportation vehicles; provides loading and departure assistance to riders needing personal assistance due to wheeled mobility devices or other disabilities.
- Secures wheeled mobility devices in the vehicle with appropriate equipment and straps for safety after boarding and prior to rider departure.
- Follows daily computerized manifest of scheduled trips when operating vehicles.
- Inspects vehicles at the beginning and conclusion of shifts; cleans and sanitizes the interior of vehicles as needed.
- Accepts fares from riders; accounts for fares received in accordance with City policy.
- Communicates effectively with riders on the vehicle.
- Executes safety plan in accordance with MAPS policy; provides first aid in an emergency.
- Contributes effectively to the Public Works Department, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.
