GREATER DAYTON REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
JOB/POSITION TITLE: CDL Bus Operator (Free & Paid CDL training)
DEPARTMENT NAME: Transportation
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the immediate supervision of the Transit Supervisors, the Bus Operator functions as a professional bus driver for RTA by providing safe, efficient, and quality door through door (or as otherwise directed) transportation service to customers with disabilities. Transports customers by operating any type of approved bus assigned to regularly scheduled routes and special service routes while observing route time schedules, safety rules and regulations, and State and Municipal traffic laws. Responsible for providing exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries and assisting customers with various transportation needs, including assisting persons with disabilities onto and off of the bus to secure wheelchair with safety restraints as required.
No CDL? No problem! Paid training is provided for CDL license. (Candidate is responsible to obtain the CDL Permit)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operates assigned bus to transport customers; complies with applicable State and Municipal laws, safety regulations, RTA policies and Greater Dayton RTA Employee Standards of performance.
- Provides exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries and assisting customers with disabilities onto and off of the wheelchair lift and with safety restraints as required.
- Greets customers in a courteous, professional manner; answers service-related questions.
- Communicates with passengers and management effectively.
- Knowledgeable of RTA service area.
- Maintains schedule time points, uses bus communication system to communicate delays and unusual events to Dispatch.
- Loads and unloads wheelchairs and ensures they are well secured.
- Must be able to frequently enter and exit the bus to assist and provide door through door service to all customers.
- Collects fares from customers boarding the revenue vehicle.
- Completes routine reports as required.
- Requires punctuality and good attendance habits.
- Demonstrates ability to deal with unforeseen circumstances, or delays, peacefully and professionally, uses advance driving techniques to better improve time management and safety.
- Performs defective vehicle inspections and wheelchair ramp cycling, as required.
- Operates fare collection equipment to ensure proper payment of fare and use of fare instruments; accurately enters information into fare box.
- Provides assistance to customers with disabilities; secures passenger wheelchairs and/or scooters and other mobility devises as required.
- Supports the mission, goals and Core Values of RTA.
- Other duties as assigned.
COMPENTENCIES - For this role, the ideal candidate will be outgoing and positive, and will have strong communication, computer, and organizational skills. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Communication – Must possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Language Skills - Ability to read, write, and interpret English language.
- Customer Focus – Promotes customer focus and assists in developing new approaches for meeting customer needs.
- Problem Solving – Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Bus is usually climate controlled. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some exposure to outside weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Able to sit for long periods of time, possess good hearing and able to lift up to 50lbs, manipulate wheelchairs and bound passengers, and good eyesight (20/40). Continued movement of arms, legs and hands.
- Flexibility- able to turn body easily. Ability to reach and use equipment with both arms, bend over easily (to lock in wheelchairs).
POSITION TYPE & EXPECTED SCHEDULE: Full-time position that works varied shifts and hours including holidays and weekends. Must be available to work mandatory overtime to include, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings and weekends if and when needed.
TRAVEL: N/A
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED certificate. An equivalent combination of educational achievement/coursework and relevant work experience may be considered qualifying in lieu of education and/or experience.
- One (1) year of driving experience.
- A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement, or a ability to obtain a valid Ohio Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) is required prior to the first day of employment.
- Must be able to pass the DOT Drug and Alcohol Test, DOT Physical Assessment and Background Check requirements for this position.
- Must have steady work history.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Strong customer service skills and good communication skills are required at all times.
Must verify the past three (3) year’s driving record and meet the following criteria:
- No OMVI or DUI in last five (5) years.
- No more than one (1) driving related suspension in a rolling 24-month period.
- No more than four (4) points on your driving record.
- No more than two (2) moving violations in a rolling 36-month period.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This is an ATU position with an hourly pay of $20.70 for CDL Bus Operator.
The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (GDRTA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (“GDRTA”) is a drug free workplace. Drug tests are required for all applicants. The use of restricted substances, including non-medical marijuana and medical marijuana by applicants for employment with the GDRTA is prohibited. Neither federal nor Ohio law requires an employer to permit or accommodate the use of non-medical or medical marijuana. Further, neither federal nor Ohio law prohibits an employer from establishing and enforcing a drug testing policy, a drug free workplace policy or a zero-tolerance drug policy. Applicants who test positive for restricted substances, including refusal to test, will be deemed ineligible for hire.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Language:
License/Certification:
- Ohio Drivers License (Required)
- CDL Permit or be able to obtain (Preferred)
Location:
- Dayton, OH 45402 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dayton, OH 45402 (Required)
Work Location: In person
