Transit Operator I

Salary : $39,420.16 - $50,506.56 Annually

Location : High Point, NC 27262

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 6322

Department : Transit Operations

Opening Date : 07 / 05 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Job Description

A Transit Operator I performs responsible semi-skilled work in the operation of large passenger buses transporting passengers along specific routes and making designated stops as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Transit Supervisor.

Essential Tasks

• Operates a transit bus on an assigned route and schedule;
• Inspects bus and related equipment and reports defects prior to departure;
• Prepares trip records regarding fares, mileage, vehicle defects, etc.;
• Boards and off-boards passengers, including passengers in wheelchairs and similar mobility devices;

Secures passenger wheelchairs with tie down straps in vehicle :

Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old

Must speak, read, and write the English Language

Valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver's License with Passenger (P) Endorsement

Six (6) months of verifiable experience operating a similar or larger commercial vehicle

Must be able to drive a transit bus in typical urban traffic and work well under stress and pressure of time constraints.

Must be able to work flexible schedules to include fill-in, split shift, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacation and holiday leave are subject to adequate coverage on all shifts.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

French or Spanish Language skills

Physical Requirements

Hearing / Speaking - Expressing and / or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens and applicants.

Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position :

Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see vehicle controls, panel indicators, bill / coin / token / pass receptacle, report forms, two-way radio, transfer tickets, money, passes, identification cards, etc. Both eyes 20 / 30 corrected.

Depth perception - Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Must be able to judge distances so as to use both hands in performing different tasks at the same time and in seeing that passenger is safely seated before moving vehicle. Depth Perception - 5

Field of Vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point. Must be able to see wide span of area to cover surrounding and / or approaching traffic while looking at a given object or instrument.

Accommodation - Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly back and forth to check conditions and people within the bus to outside traffic conditions, signs and signals.

Physical Strength - degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include :

Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally; and / or

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently; and

A negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position

Reaching - Extending the hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.

Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).

Fingering - Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers primarily rather than the entire hand or arm.

Mental Activity / Requirements

Reasoning

Mathematics Ability

Language Ability

Write : Necessary to complete required reports.

Speak : Ability to be conversant in voice and diction so as to participate in discussions with other employees, supervisor and the general public in person, over PA system, telephone and two-way radio.

Environmental Conditions

Physical Surroundings

Hazards

Machinery / Tools / Work Aids / Other Equipment

Disclaimer

This job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point's workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the City of High Point.

Candidates selected for employment must pass a background screening as well as a pre-employment physical to ensure medical clearance to perform the essential functions of the job prior to receiving a full offer of employment.

The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.

City of High Point - Benefits Overview Statement

The City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit sites :

Benefits Overview

The Benefits Handbook provides a summary of benefits for City of High Point Employees. Benefits Booklet =

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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

Are you at least 21 years of age?

Do you have a minimum of 5 years of US driving experience?

Do you have a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License?

Do you have a minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience operating a commercial vehicle?

If Yes to 6, is this experience within the last 5 years?

Do you have a Passenger Endorsement?

If your experience operating a commercial vehicle was more than 5 years ago and not listed on the application, please list the experience below.

9. This position requires working flexible schedules to include fill-in, split shift, nights, weekends, and holidays. You must be able to cover other transit operator absences as the need arises.Are you able to work this type of flexible scheduling?

Have you had any of the following violations within the last 5 years - DUI, license suspension, felony conviction, hit and run accident, possession of a controlled substance, eluding police or reckless operation of a vehicle?

Have you had any other moving violations in the last 3 years?

Have you had 2 or more at-fault accidents within the last 3 years?

Required Question

Salary : $39,420 - $50,507