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Rapid Transit Operator

City of Rapid City
Rapid, SD Part Time
POSTED ON 1/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2025
ABOUT US

The Rapid Transit Division (RTS) provides the general public with safe, reliable, and affordable public transportation. RTS has served over 435,000 annual passenger trips on RapidRide, and Dial-a-Ride and Youth Ride Free services. 
 
 Please visit the Rapid Transit Division for additional information. 

The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave.  For a detailed benefit summary, click here.  This position is part of the AFSCME union.  Applications within the bargaining unit will be considered first.   ABOUT OUR JOB
Do you want to be a part of a team that provides a safe and economical alternative to help residents and visitors get to where they need to go?

The Rapid Transit Division is seeking two (2) operators to join their team. Hours will be 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm Monday - Friday (30 hours a week) or 2:15 pm - 6:45 pm Monday - Friday and 9:30 am - 5:25 pm (30 hours a week).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Operates transit buses to provide public transportation for fixed routes and paratransit service passengers while complying with all traffic laws and other required regulations.
  • Provides passengers with system information when requested and conducts themselves in an appropriate manner while working in a diverse work environment.
  • Performs pre-trip inspection of transit bus prior to beginning shift.
  • Maintains working knowledge of streets, current routes, as well as fare structure.
  • Provides assistance to persons with disabilities while boarding/deboarding the bus.
  • Operates radio and/or mobile display terminal to communicate with the base station or other vehicles.
  • Collects, categorizes, and records fares and sells a variety of passes and coupons.
  • Working knowledge of wheelchair lifts and proper securement of mobility devices.
  • Performs fueling according to procedures and cleans both the interior and exterior of vehicles.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for a self-motivated individual who can safely operate a large passenger transit bus independently on an assigned route (within an established time schedule).  Must be able to deal with the public in a pleasant and courteous manner and remain calm in adverse weather conditions. 

We understand your time is valuable, so we encourage you to apply if you possess the following minimum requirements:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Three months related experience as a transit bus driver (equivalent combination of education and bus operation experience may be acceptable).
  • Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrakes and passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Salary : $19

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