What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Center Bus Driver position at CITY OF WOODSTOCK, GA?
Performs semi-skilled work in the operation of a bus shuttle for the Senior Center in a safe and efficient manner.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operates a Senior Center shuttle as directed; picks up and drops off passengers; and complies with safety rules for passengers and with applicable policies, rules, and motor vehicle regulations.
- Follows CDL trip requirements; performs trip inspections before, during, and at end of shift; and logs information.
- Drives vehicles for various programs and trips; coordinates pick-ups.
- Provides satisfactory service to passengers and promotes positive passenger relations to passengers including those requiring special needs.
- Safely picks up and discharges passengers; collects fares; and accurately counts passengers; assists senior citizens with packages with getting on/off bus; and operates wheelchair lift and passenger restraint devices for passengers with disabilities
- Follows safety rules as passengers board and exit buses or cross streets; complies with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
- Adheres to designated route(s) and schedule(s).
- Reads maps, appropriately uses Global Positioning System (GPS), and follows written and verbal geographic directions.
- Ensures vehicle safety by conducting thorough inspections; checks the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Coordinates routine servicing; reports any bus malfunctions; and schedules repairs.
- Prepares and submits reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, as requested; maintains an accurate accounting of program participants on field trips.
- Submits daily reports; post-accident, and incident reporting forms; and records and reports mechanical problems.
- Cleans the inside of the bus; removes trash from vehicle; and fuels the vehicle daily or as needed; cleans exterior of bus weekly or as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.