Ravinia Bus Operator (Seasonal)

Primary Purpose:
Operate Transit Bus; providing passengers with safe, efficient and courteous service.
Supervision Received:
Works under the immediate supervision of the Transit Coordinator.
$24.95 hourly. Schedule to be determined in consort with the the Ravinia Festival summer concert schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Involves all duties and responsibilities with transit vehicle operation. Duties include carrying out those functions pertaining to the safe, courteous, and efficient operation of assigned transit vehicles on routine. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, employing defensive driving techniques, maintaining professional courtesy while under stress, making public address announcements, properly answering questions and solving transit-related concerns of passengers, and exercising prudent judgment under a variety of constantly changing operating conditions.
• Completing reports to facilitate recordkeeping (Trip Sheets, Maintenance, Accidents, Safety Test)
• Performs pre-trip inspection of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices, and transit bus controls for use while in service. Also conducts an internal visual inspection at the end of revenue service to collect and turn-in lost items.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent. Good written and oral communications skills and knowledge of basic math are necessary.
Experience:
Two years of experience Bus Operation and Transit Systems. Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and professional manner is essential.
Certification or license:
Possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with a passenger endorsement and air-brake qualified and an Illinois Secretary State certified abstract record of safe driving for 5 years, or equivalent. Must meet and maintain all DOT physical examination requirements including drug and alcohol screening.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Proficiencies:
Safely operates the City bus, employs standard Defensive Driving techniques, while maintaining the scheduled time-table. Operates the mobile radio to facilitate passenger connections and to receive direction from dispatch. Responsible for reporting accidents, detours and route problems to dispatch. Fuels vehicle at shift's end. Maintains the appropriate records and completes all required paperwork. Operates the wheelchair lift when required and employs proper securement procedures. Maintains the interior of the bus in a clean and safe manner. Responds to road blockages, detours, etc., in a safe and professional manner.
Safety Functions:

• Becomes familiar with and observes all applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately reports all unsafe conditions.
• Keeps work area clean, orderly, and free of hazards.
• Adheres to all safety rules and established work procedures.
• Maintains appropriate physical fitness to perform essential job functions.

Work Environment:
A standard fixed-route transit bus, powered by a diesel engine with normal engine noise, operating on City streets.
Ravinia bus routes for the Public Works Transit Division are coordinated to the Ravinia Park Festival and typically begin late afternoon and run through the evening hours, from June through September, including Saturdays and Sundays.
Bloodborne Pathogens:
None.
Tools and Equipment Used:
The position requires the ability to operate the following equipment: a 30 to 40 foot PACE bus; operation of a destination sign; a wheelchair lift, and a mobile radio.
Employment Type: Seasonal