Bus Driver

Bus Driver Essential Functions / Process Responsibilities include the following: other duties may be assigned as necessary:

• Operates various types of transit buses in accord with RATP DEV/The COMET policies, directives and procedures and in compliance with Federal and South Carolina laws and regulations.

• Maintains a working knowledge of current bus routes and stops within the service area as well as the current fare structure and bus pass programs.

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner at all times, while working in a diverse environment, assuring a professional quality of service to all external and internal customers. This includes properly answering questions and solving transit related concerns of customers.

• Aids customers with disabilities, including assistance in boarding and de-boarding, safely securing wheelchairs and announcing stops.

• Inspects assigned transit bus for mechanical problems. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices and transit bus controls for use while in service.

• Completes reports accurately and legibly. 

• Performs various physical duties to successfully complete job responsibilities. These can include but are not limited to, boarding and deboarding transit buses, operating the wheelchair lift/ramp, assisting mobility impaired passengers board or de-board transit buses, securing wheelchairs using a 4 tie down restraint system, lifting the bike rack, lifting baggage compartment doors as may be required. Requirements:

• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization and general public.

• Comprehensive knowledge of RATP Dev USA/The COMET policies. 

• Ability to problem solve under stressful conditions. 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population. 

• Ability to effectively manage customer conflicts. 

• Ability to work in a Team environment. RATP Dev USA July 2020 Preferred Education, Residency, and Experience: 

• Hiring Bonuses: $1500.00 = $750.00 in the 6 months, and the remaining $ 750.00 at the 1-year anniversary. No unapproved absences, no preventable accidents, or valid customer service complaints to receive them.
• Hiring Bonus for CDL A/B P endorsement: $ 2000.00 = $1000.00 at the 6-month mark, and another $ 1000.00 at the 1-year mark. Non approved absences, no preventable accidents, or valid customer service complaints to receive them.
• Referral Bonuses: $ 500.00 = $ 250.00 in 3 months, and the remaining $ 250.00 at the 6-month mark.
• Referral Bonuses for CDL A/B P endorsement: $ 1000.00 = $500.00 in 3 months, and the remaining $500.00 at the 6-month mark.
• Must be at least 21 years of age 
• You must have a South Carolina CDL A or B with P Endorsement or Endorsement Permit if Applicable
• You must have open availability for this position. 

• Must demonstrate a stable work history. Applicants should be prepared to provide additional employer information in cases where previous employment cannot be otherwise verified. Driving Record 

• Driving records must not reflect moving violations within the last 3 years.

• Have a safe driving record with no DUI conviction during the past ten (10) years, verified by a third-party multi-state record check and no felony convictions for violent crimes. 

• Criminal and Pre-Employment Background Record. Physical Requirements Include Ability to: 

• Sit for extended periods of time 

• Lift, push, pull, and carry tools, objects, or equipment above shoulder level without assistance.

• Move up and down stairs easily

• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Bus Driver NEW RATE $ 17.49/HR- Not Negotiable