Transit Driver Lincoln City Loop
The Lincoln County Transit Department is looking to add a full time driver for the Lincoln City loop. This person will operate an 8 to 35-passenger bus in a manner that provides safe, courteous, reliable, and efficient passenger transportation while complying with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws in accordance with Transit policy and procedures.
Salary : $21.22 - $25.36 per hour
Location : Lincoln County, OR
Job Type : Full-Time, 40 hours per week, benefited position
Benefits
Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including :
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- 11% County contribution to 401(k)
- County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
- $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities
Job Functions :
Operates an 8 to 35 passenger bus on various routes and schedules providing service to persons with disabilities, the elderly, and the public :Complete vehicle pre and post trip inspections following regulations and guidelines designated by federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT).Assist passengers, as needed, with boarding or disembarking and with personal miscellaneous articles.Utilize various installed bus features to load, unload and secure passenger and assistance equipment.Complete, prepare, and submit required paperwork accurately, including but not limited to time sheets, daily trip sheets, incident, accident, and referral forms.Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicles which may involve outdoor work in inclement weather.Operate two-way radio / phone for professional routine communications with dispatcher and other transit vehicles.Responsible for fare collection and accountability.Distribute and manage bus pass sales.Ensure bus is fueled and supplied to ready service status.Promote good passenger relations by providing positive treatment of passengers.Greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner.Assist with seating, questions, directions, and other service-related matters.Assures passenger comfort, safety, and security.Shares transit skills and assists new drivers with learning the various routes and schedules.Typical Qualifications
Education :
High School Diploma / GED
Experience :
One year transit or similar driving experience with multiple passengers.
License :
CDL License required at time of hire Must possess a valid Oregon class A or B commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement and have a current DOT medical examiner's certificate.
Reasonable Accommodations
Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.