CDL Bus Driver

JOB/POSITION TITLE: CDL Bus Operator (Paid CDL training)

DEPARTMENT NAME:  Operations

POSITION SUMMARY:  Under immediate supervision of the Transportation Supervisors, the CDL Bus Operator functions as a professional bus driver for RTA by providing safe, efficient, and quality transportation service to customers. Transports customers by operating any type of approved bus assigned to regularly scheduled routes and special service routes while observing route time schedules, safety rules and regulations, State and Municipal traffic laws. Responsible for providing exceptional customer service and assisting customers with various transportation needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates assigned bus to transport customers in fixed route or special service; complies with applicable State and Municipal laws, safety regulations, RTA policies and Greater Dayton RTA Employee Standards of Performance.
• Provides exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries and assisting customers with various transportation needs, including assisting persons with disabilities onto and off of the wheelchair lift, and with safety restraints as required.
• Greets customers in a courteous, professional manner; answers service-related questions.
• Maintains schedule time points, uses bus communication system to communicate delays and unusual events to Dispatch.
• Communicates with passengers and management effectively.
• Performs defective vehicle inspections and wheelchair ramp cycling, as required.
• Operates fare collection equipment to ensure proper payment of fare and use of fare instruments; accurately enters information into fare box.
• Provides assistance to customers with disabilities; secures passenger wheelchairs and/or scooters and other mobility devises as required.
• Requires punctuality and good attendance habits.
• Demonstrates ability to deal with unforeseen circumstances, or delays, peacefully and professionally; uses advanced driving techniques to better improve time management and safety.
• Responsible for providing exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries, assisting customers with various transportation needs, including assisting persons with disabilities on and off of the bus to secure wheelchair with safety restraints as required.

COMPENTENCIES:

• Strong customer service skills and good communication skills required at all times.
• Has a positive attitude, good hygiene and is mentally alert.
• Supports the mission, goals and Core Values of RTA.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  Bus is usually climate controlled. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some exposure to outside weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Ability to sit for long periods of time, possess good hearing, able to lift up to 50lbs, manipulate wheelchairs and bound passengers, good eye sight (20/40), continued movement of arms, legs and hands, flexibility to turn body easily and ability to reach and use equipment with both arms, and bend over easily to lock wheelchairs.

POSITION TYPE & EXPECTED SCHEDULE:  Full time position that works varied shifts and hours including holidays and weekends. Must be available to work mandatory overtime to include, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings and weekends if and when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to obtain, maintain, and have on hand during all working hours a federally compliant Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement as a condition of employment
• High school diploma or GED certificate. An equivalent combination of educational achievement/coursework and relevant work experience may be considered qualifying in lieu of education and/or experience. 
• ​One (1) year of driving experience. 
• ​A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement, or a​ability to obtain a valid Ohio Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) is required prior to the first day of employment. 
• ​Must be able to pass the DOT Drug and Alcohol Test, DOT Physical Assessment and Background Check requirements for this position. 
• ​Must have steady work history. 
• ​Must have reliable transportation. 
• ​Must verify the past three (3) year’s driving record and meet the following criteria: 
• ​No OMVI or DUI in last five (5) years. 
• ​No more than one (1) driving related suspension in a rolling 24-month period. 
• ​No more than four (4) points on your driving record. 
• ​No more than two (2) moving violations in a rolling 36-month period. 
• ​Strong customer service skills and good communication skills are required at all times.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  N/A

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  This is an ATU position with an hourly pay of $20.70 per hour.

The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (“GDRTA”) is a drug free workplace. Drug tests are required for all applicants. The use of restricted substances, including non-medical marijuana and medical marijuana by applicants for employment with the GDRTA is prohibited. Neither federal nor Ohio law requires an employer to permit or accommodate the use of non-medical or medical marijuana. Further, neither federal nor Ohio law prohibits an employer from establishing and enforcing a drug testing policy, a drug free workplace policy or a zero-tolerance drug policy. Applicants who test positive for restricted substances, including refusal to test, will be deemed ineligible for hire.

EEO Statement: Greater Dayton RTA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or age except where age is a bona fide occupational qualification. In addition to federal law requirements, GDRTA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. GDRTA expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GDRTA’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
 

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. New or modified activities, duties and responsibilities may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.