Transit Bus Driver – Full-Time

SOUTHEAST ALABAMA REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (SEARPDC)
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Bus Driver I
Department: Transportation
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 3
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Security Sensitive: No
Job Description Prepared: November 2021 (Revised February 2023 – D. Crittenden/K. Farmer)

Note: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect in general the duties and responsibilities of this job and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive. The employee may be assigned other duties that are not specifically included.

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Relationships

Reports to: Assistant Transportation Director
Subordinate Staff: None
Other Internal Contacts: Bus Driver II; Transit Dispatcher/Scheduler
External Contacts: General Public

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Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Transportation Director, the Bus Driver I uses established procedures to complete assigned daily schedules for transporting riders. Duties include performing physical inspections of the vehicle, conducting daily upkeep to ensure safe operation, performing errands, collecting fares, and completing activity reports. This is an entry-level position and is subject to a pre-employment background check and random drug screenings.

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Essential Functions

The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

Transportation

Transportation. Operates a transit vehicle to transport clients to various locations within the SEARPDC service region.

1. Transports passengers to required
2. Receives driving assignments, and any additional schedules, from Supervisor.
3. Receives daily driving route based on schedule for the most efficient route.
4. Drives routes in a safe and efficient
5. Follows assigned daily schedules and reports any additions or cancellations to office.
6. Assists passengers getting in and out of vehicle; provides escort services for entering and exiting
7. Maneuvers wheelchair clients onto transit vehicle and secures chairs in transit vehicle; operates electro-hydraulic wheelchair
8. Collects and documents appropriate fares from
9. Maintains two-way radio contact with office to ensure safe operation of transit over various service
10. Reports complaints, accidents, or injuries to
11. Maintains daily logs and paperwork relating to vehicle operation to include time sheets, mileage/passengers’ information, inspection sheets and work sheets.
12. Reconciles monies to the schedule at the end of a
13. Completes and retains passenger information
14. Attends professional development to include: scheduled driver training sessions, seminars, first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) courses,

Vehicle Maintenance. Performs routine and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle.

1. 1. Attends quarterly driver training workshops and other training as
   2. Conducts daily pre-departure inspections of
   3. Conducts daily post-trip inspections of
   4. Performs vehicle interior and exterior cleanup at the end of the
   5. Conducts operator level maintenance to include checking levels of fluids (water, brakes, power steering, oil, windshield washer, etc.), and tires and belts.
   6. Refuels
   7. Drives vehicle   to   maintenance   facility   for   routine             and        scheduled
   8. Reports vehicle problems to

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Non-Essential Function

• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Can be acquired on the job)

1. Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding public transportation.
2. *Knowledge of regional road systems and geographical
3. Knowledge of rules and regulations relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of
4. Knowledge of traffic laws and
5. Knowledge of basic vehicle
6. Knowledge of safe driving practices and defensive driving
7. Knowledge of safety rules including accident causation and
8. Reading skills to understand, and interpret daily schedule, traffic signs, and other
9. Communication skills to effectively communicate internally and externally, both orally and in
10. Verbal skills to effectively communicate with supervisor, co-workers, and the general public.
11. Writing skills to clearly and neatly complete routine forms records, and notes using correct English, grammar, punctuation, and
12. Driving skills to safely operate a passenger
13. Math skills to accurately account for fares and fees
14. Ability to read and understand a road
15. Ability to deal with all contacts in a courteous and patient
16. Ability to be cautious and alert when driving and assisting
17. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in
18. Ability to work independently with little or no
19. Ability to handle stressful situations and use good
20. Ability to assist passengers on/off
21. Ability to maneuver and secure wheelchair bound patrons on/off
22. Ability to lift weight exceeding twenty-five (25)
23. Ability to train other other drivers. 
24. Ability to drive

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Minimum Qualifications

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED.
2. Previous experience working with the public is required; previous experience as a professional transportation driver is preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the above listed knowledge, skills, and abilities commensurate with the requirements of this
3. Possess a current and valid Alabama Driver’s License. Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement within 6 months of employment. Maintains insurability under the organization’s policy for the duration of
4. Completion of lift and wheelchair safety, defensive driver, and fire extinguisher training within designated period of
5. Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen.

 

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Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Class B CDL with passenger endorsement

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Physical Demands

The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities; recurring lifting moderately heavy items such as record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity.

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Work Environment

The work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; with contagious diseases or irritant chemicals, etc. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields