** DART**

** Driver Fixed Route (part-time)**

Des Moines, IA 50309

**SIGN ON INCENTIVE!**

**DART is offering a sign on incentive of $2,000 for ALL newly-hired bus drivers! A Special Sign-On Incentive of $3,000 will be awarded to newly hired drivers that have a Current CDL with Valid endorsements of passenger and airbrakes.**

The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART), the largest public transit agency in Iowa, is hiring part-time drivers.

**Job Description**

Give back to the community by providing high-quality transportation for DART passengers through the Downtown and Greater Des Moines Area. Connect riders to their jobs, medical appointments, shopping, entertainment, and more.

If you have a CDL (or CDL permit), airbrake and passenger endorsements (or permits), and customer service experience, you will be fast-tracked through our hiring process. If you don't have a CDL or bus operator experience, you are still encouraged to apply. DART will provide training to those who are a good fit,will **pay you while you train , AND will reimburse for obtaining a Commercial Driver's License.**

**Job Qualifications:**

* Must be able to work all shifts: mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts.

* 21 years of age or older

* Must possess a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.

* Be able to earn a valid Iowa Commercial Driver's License w/Air Brake and Passenger endorsements.

* Physical exam, drug screen and background check required.

**A typical day for a driver at DART includes:**

* Signing in on time, locate your assigned bus in the garage and set all route signs.

* Inspecting the bus and perform necessary vehicle checks (tires, gas, oil, lights, etc.)

* Reporting equipment malfunctions to appropriate shop personnel for correction.

* Collecting fares

* Regulate heating, cooling and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.

* Reporting delays, breakdowns, and accidents using two-way radio.

* Submitting written reports of all accidents involving his/her bus.

* Must comply with all local traffic regulations.

***Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities***

* General knowledge of the Greater Des Moines Area

* Ability to understand and navigate the city, suburbs and county streets and landmarks.

* Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors regarding construction, weather, traffic, construction, and trip changes

* Maintain positive public relations with passengers

* Ability to follow direction and established company policies and procedures

* Desire to work with people

* Skill of providing excellent customer service

* Flexible schedule

**What DART Offers:**

* $2,000 to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus (depending on CDL and endorsement status)

* Health Insurance with an option Health Savings Account that DART contributes to annually

* Dental Coverage

* Company Paid Life Insurance

* 457 (b) Retirement Savings Plan

* I.P.E.R.S. Retirement System

* Company Paid Long Term Disability

* Holidays

* Wellness Center

* Complimentary Buss Pass & discounted family pass

* Annual Uniform Allowance

* Free Annual Wellness Screenings

* B-Cycle Membership

* Discounts on travel, personal care, nutrition, home & family, hearing & vision, fitness, apparel & footwear