Beaverton, Or-Trimet Lift Operator - Non-Cdl Bus Driver

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Our compensation has changed – top pay over $75,000 per year within 36 months:

Current Hourly Rates:

• Starting - $24.00
• 1 Year - $25.25
• 2 Year - 26.90
• 3 Year - 33.85

Wages go up each May with top rate of $36.26 in 36 months!

Benefits include:

• Low cost medical, dental and vision
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Free bus pass
• 401k matching

This position does NOT require a commercial license.

Operates a van or accessible shuttle and transports passengers with disabilities safely in accordance with Company policy and local, county, state, and federal laws.

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle; sets correct destination and route signs
  • Operates various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to printed passenger schedules and Operators schedules
  • Arrives and signs in on time; works hours as scheduled; wears clean, neat uniforms
  • Picks up and discharges passengers at scheduled locations safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of passengers
  • Collects proper cash fares, following fare collection procedures
  • Reports all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to dispatch office immediately; submits written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required
  • Accurately completes all reports
  • Follows rules and regulations of the Company
  • Adheres to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); assists passengers as needed, to enter and exit vehicle safely; correctly operates wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by the customer
  • Provides transit information to passengers as needed

Other duties as required.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:

• Must be 21 years or older
• Must have a good driving record

Experience:

• No experience necessary
• No CDL required

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Good motor skills, good hearing, accurate color perception
• Ability to apply proper driving procedures
• Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations and policies
• Ability to assist passengers with special needs when needed

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must submit to DOT drug test and subject to ongoing DOT drug testing
• All Operators must pass a criminal background check including Oregon State Police (OSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic; must be able to get in and out of the vehicle to assist passengers; some pulling and stretching required when assisting disabled.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather
• Lifting, pulling and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position. Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site.

Licensing, and Certifications Required:

• Must be 21 years or older
• Must have a good driving record

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, preferred

Experience:

• Previous bus or other heavy duty vehicle driving experience preferred

 Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Good motor skills, good hearing, accurate color perception
• Ability to apply proper driving procedures
• Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations, policies, phases and routes
• Ability to assist handicapped passengers when needed
• Basic math and writing skills
• Clear speech

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must submit to drug testing and a criminal background check

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic; must be able to get in and out of the vehicle to assist passengers; some pulling and stretching required when assisting disabled
• Must be able to work in all types of weather
• Lifting, pulling and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position.  Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site.