What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coach Operator (Bus Driver) position at Link Transit?
JOB
New Salary Range: $27.24 to $34.86/hour with yearly increases!Link Transit is looking for full-time Bus Drivers (Coach Operators) to connect people to jobs, healthcare, education, and leisure activities! As a Coach Operator, you would provide our guests with the freedom and convenience of reliable, safe transportation. We are proud to offer these great benefits to our drivers: Paid training and CDL testing (We will help you obtain your CDL)Premium pay for weekend shifts and training new driversExcellent and Affordable Full family benefitsPublic Employees Retirement System (PERS)Teamsters Union benefits457 Deferred Compensation ProgramPaid holidays and vacation Year-round work and the freedom of being out on the open road (No desk work!)Serving passengers who live and work in your community We want you to drive with us if you: Have excellent work history and customer service skillsHave a high school diploma or equivalentUnderstand the position is subject to DOT drug testing, including marijuana This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing. If you love serving your community and driving – come work for us! Link is an EOE and has Drug Free/Marijuana Free/Tobacco Free workplace policies.For more information on Link’s EEO policy go to www.linktransit.com.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License; must obtain a Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed within probationary period. Operate transportation service vehicles on specified routes according to specified time schedules; performs demand response services. Assist riders from their door step or Link route stop to their next destination when requested. Provide information to passengers concerning transit routes, city street locations, time schedules, public buildings and various points of interest; announce streets and transfer points. Promote positive guest relations; greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner; assist guests with boarding, seating, questions and related matters. Secure all mobility devices in vehicles in accordance with established safety policies and procedures. Inform passengers of transit policies and procedures; assist passengers who may have difficulty boarding or de-boarding transit vehicles. Care for and turn in lost and found articles. Pick and drop off guest through radio communication with Demand Response dispatch when assigned to Demand Response; be flexible to changes throughout the day. May instruct coach operator trainees in proper driving habits, proper methods of loading passengers and other policies and procedures of the transit system. Prepare required paperwork accurately, such as, but not limited to, manifests, lost and found tags and reports of accidents, incidents and equipment malfunctions. Prepare vehicle for operation by following required pre-trip inspection as instructed.Monitor mobile communications; report any unusual conditions, such as, but not limited to, accidents, passenger incidents and traffic problems. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
May be required to install and remove chains during snow season. May be assigned to other duties related to service operation and public information as needed.
New Salary Range: $27.24 to $34.86/hour with yearly increases!Link Transit is looking for full-time Bus Drivers (Coach Operators) to connect people to jobs, healthcare, education, and leisure activities! As a Coach Operator, you would provide our guests with the freedom and convenience of reliable, safe transportation. We are proud to offer these great benefits to our drivers: Paid training and CDL testing (We will help you obtain your CDL)Premium pay for weekend shifts and training new driversExcellent and Affordable Full family benefitsPublic Employees Retirement System (PERS)Teamsters Union benefits457 Deferred Compensation ProgramPaid holidays and vacation Year-round work and the freedom of being out on the open road (No desk work!)Serving passengers who live and work in your community We want you to drive with us if you: Have excellent work history and customer service skillsHave a high school diploma or equivalentUnderstand the position is subject to DOT drug testing, including marijuana This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing. If you love serving your community and driving – come work for us! Link is an EOE and has Drug Free/Marijuana Free/Tobacco Free workplace policies.For more information on Link’s EEO policy go to www.linktransit.com.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License; must obtain a Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed within probationary period. Operate transportation service vehicles on specified routes according to specified time schedules; performs demand response services. Assist riders from their door step or Link route stop to their next destination when requested. Provide information to passengers concerning transit routes, city street locations, time schedules, public buildings and various points of interest; announce streets and transfer points. Promote positive guest relations; greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner; assist guests with boarding, seating, questions and related matters. Secure all mobility devices in vehicles in accordance with established safety policies and procedures. Inform passengers of transit policies and procedures; assist passengers who may have difficulty boarding or de-boarding transit vehicles. Care for and turn in lost and found articles. Pick and drop off guest through radio communication with Demand Response dispatch when assigned to Demand Response; be flexible to changes throughout the day. May instruct coach operator trainees in proper driving habits, proper methods of loading passengers and other policies and procedures of the transit system. Prepare required paperwork accurately, such as, but not limited to, manifests, lost and found tags and reports of accidents, incidents and equipment malfunctions. Prepare vehicle for operation by following required pre-trip inspection as instructed.Monitor mobile communications; report any unusual conditions, such as, but not limited to, accidents, passenger incidents and traffic problems. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
May be required to install and remove chains during snow season. May be assigned to other duties related to service operation and public information as needed.
Salary : $27 - $35