Bus Driver

Are you seeking to make an impactful difference where you make a difference in people’s lives each day? If so, come join our team where you are part of a community, not just an employee.
Requirements and Responsibility of the Bus Driver
Acts
as front-line point of contact to ensure delivery of quality customer
service.
Safely
operates several types of buses through light to heavy city and freeway
traffic safely and prudently.
Passengers safely and
courteously according to specified routes. To ensure optimization of all
routes, the Bus Driver may make only designated stops in the order
prescribed, unless otherwise communicated by the Dispatch Office.
Complies
with all federal, state, and local laws about the operation of
buses, traffic, and safety.
Ensures the highest quality of bus service is
delivered to our customers.
Assists
customers in a safe, friendly, courteous, and helpful manner. This includes
helping customers with disabilities, on and off the wheelchair lift. As
requested by the customer, the Bus Driver will assist with safety restraints.
Promotes safety awareness and
follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
Complies
with all company safety rules and operates assigned vehicles to meet
customer standards.
Must be able to operate all equipment safely, efficiently, and adequately, including farebox, lift, radio, emergency equipment,
hatches, and rear engine compartment door.
Performs pre-trip inspection and completes DVIR in accordance with
FMCSR to ensure bus and equipment are in safe, proper working condition.
Coordinates detour, accident, and incident information to radio
dispatch, and responds to instructions given.
Makes
effective independent decisions and manages conflicts based on safety,
experience, training, and policies.
Follows procedures for the
collection, processing, and documentation of fares and counting passengers
as required.
Reports and properly
follow up on all accidents or unusual incidents in, on, or near RATP Dev
vehicles
Other duties as required
must be at least 21 years of age or older.
requires the candidate to pass a DOT Physical exam
Have a High school diploma or equivalent
Benefits of the Bus Driver
Vacation
Sick time
Life & Accident
Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Insurance
Wellness Program
Retirement savings plan
(401 K)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcome Diversity to our Teams.
A message from the General Manager
Yuma County Area Transit (YCAT) offers fixed route and demand-responsive bus services in the southwestern region of Yuma County, Arizona. We serve not only the City of Yuma but also nearby cities in California and bordering Mexico, making us an essential transportation provider for commuters. Our team prioritizes safety and reliability, while our management is dedicated to engaging and empowering our employees.