What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Telluride Express / Destination Systems?
JOB TITLE: School Bus Driver
STATUS: Non-Exempt Hourly (Schedule follows School Year)
SUMMARY
Destination Systems dba Telluride Express, Alpine Express, Steamboat Express, MAWS, Dial-a-Ride, Aspen Transportation, and Roaring Fork Express are year-round, full-service, ground transportation companies dedicated to providing safe, prompt, and professional service. We provide daily scheduled, shared ride shuttles to/from the airport, rideshare, or private vehicle services. Telluride Express, Alpine Express, Steamboat Express, MAWS, and Roaring Fork Express also operate local and charter service to any destination and provide all wedding and special event transportation needs.
Telluride Express, Alpine Express, Steamboat Express, MAWS, and Roaring Fork Express operate 24/7/365 days per year.
Duties include carrying out functions pertaining to the safe, courteous, and efficient operation of assigned vehicles. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, employing defensive driving techniques, maintaining professional courtesy, making public address announcements, properly answering questions and solving concerns of passengers, and exercising prudent judgment under a variety of constantly changing operating conditions. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Colorado Public Utilities Commission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Excellent driving skills and good knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
2. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
3. Excellent driving skills and good knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
4. Transport passengers to and from predetermined locations.
5. Perform a Vehicle Inspection Report on each vehicle to ensure the vehicle is safe to drive.
6. Document any safety defects through Samsara, and to the dispatcher or the fleet staff.
7. Obey all traffic rules and regulations guiding the operation of transportation services.
8. Adhere to the Hours of Service rules.
9. Maintain exceptional customer service skills to be able to relate effectively with passengers.
10. Greet customers, help them enter the vehicle, and assist in the loading/unloading of luggage.
11. Maintain appropriate communication with and follow directions from the dispatcher.
12. Collect fares and cash pending fares from passengers.
13. Complete appropriate company paperwork.
14. Report accidents or other traffic disruptions to dispatchers.
15. Keep the vehicle neat and clean and wash the vehicle after each shift.
16. Dress in a neat and professional manner in accordance with Telluride Express, Alpine Express, Steamboat Express, MAWS, and Roaring Fork Express dress code.
17. Assist disabled passengers, when requested.
18. Basic math skills are required for proper documentation of work details.
19. Commit to scheduled shifts, with flexibility in mind for weekends and special events.
20. Keep in mind this may be a seasonal position.
21. Hours include weekdays, weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
22. Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
1. High School diploma, completion of G.E.D., or equivalent.
2. While the FMCSA requires drivers to be at least 21 years old.
3. A valid regular or commercial driver’s license with 10 or fewer points on the Motor Vehicle Record.
4. Receive a negative pre-employment controlled substances test result.
5. Qualify for a fingerprint-based criminal history record check.
6. Highly self-motivated and directed.
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Receive a negative pre-employment controlled substances test result.
2. Qualify for a fingerprint-based criminal history record check.
3. Excellent driving skills and good knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
4. Become physically qualified to drive by obtaining a Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
5. Ability to exert in excess of 50 lbs. constantly to move luggage.
6. Occasional overnight travel.
DRUG ABUSE POLICY
We value our employees and drivers and recognize each person’s need for a safe and healthy work environment. We are committed to maintaining a safe environment for our drivers and customers that is free from illegal drug use and misuse of alcohol. We will comply with the requirements for testing by the U.S. Department of Transportation and other Federal and State laws and regulations. We therefore forbid the unlawful use or possession of alcohol and controlled substances.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- No weekends
- Year round work
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25