Part-Time Operator (CDL) - Must have Passenger A or B Endorsement

Description

• Communicate via radio with dispatch, supervisors and, as needed, emergency vehicles.
• Follow all safety rules, work procedures, and instructions and strictly adhere to time schedules.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory training classes.
• Responsible for reviewing and complying with all JTA policies, procedures and directives.
• Provide information about connecting routes, schedules, fares and other general information to passengers in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Operate a bus in a safe and efficient manner as required by JTA and governmental regulations and applicable traffic laws. Provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned bus.
• Assist passengers who need special assistance or are disabled. Operate disability access lifts and ramps for wheelchairs.
• Complete accident, incident, and/or other reports, including reports of mechanical difficulties, of assigned bus. Assist with 911 emergency situations as directed.
• Monitor fare and ticket collection and verify appropriate passes are used.
• Recognize and follow ADA rules and regulations related to passenger transit services.

Requirements

• Must be able to repetitively bend, kneel, squat, and twist
• FDVA Certification of Unremarried Widow or Widower Form VP-3
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of
• Must possess a Florida CDL Class A or B CDL license with Passenger endorsements.
• Must be able to use good judgment and carryout instructions given by Supervisors or dispatch personnel via radio.
• Ability to learn the City's geography.
• This position has 0 direct report(s).
• Ability to effectively handle emergency situations and difficult customer interactions that may occur while performing duties.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn the rules and regulations of the public transit system.
• Must be able to lift at least 25lbs and push objects such as doors, windows, emergency hatches, wheelchairs and wheelchair lifts.
• FDVA Veterans Preference Certification Form VP-1
• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of Florida traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Skill in the operation of passenger buses.
• FDVA Certificate of Current Member of Reserve Form VP-2
• Must be able to keep accurate records and communicate clearly and concisely via a radio handset.
• Ability to assist passengers in a courteous manner.
• A clean driving record: May not have more than 2 traffic violations in the last 5 years or 3 years without any traffic violations.
• DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance