What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Operator - Summer Seasonal position at Town of Breckenridge?
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- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be available and able to work through the Summer Seasonal period established by the Transit Division, typically ending in November. All interested applicants must be available for work through the established date, although all work schedules, and hours and dates of work are at the discretion of the Town and may be altered at any time.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
- Successful applicants are required to meet the DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements, pass a pre-employment drug screen; have a clear Motor Vehicle Record, pass a drug and alcohol release from previous employers (if applicable), and complete a background check and reference check.
- The incumbent may also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing requirements. This position is considered safety sensitive (per DOT regulations), and operates Transit Motor Coaches in accordance with federal regulations on public rights-of-way as a regular function of their daily job duties. The illicit use of any scheduled drug (including marijuana) by a Commercial Driver's License holder is prohibited by federal law.
- Valid Colorado drivers license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
- CDL B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements or a higher class CDL with Passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Current Department of Transportation Physical card.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
- One (1) year of customer service-related experience preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Knowledge of Town infrastructure and amenities is desired.
- Successful candidates will be able to work well within a structured team environment and possess a strong ability to work in support of organizational/departmental policies, values and philosophies, and goals.
Hiring Pay Range: $27.50 - $29.00 per hour.
Full Pay Range: $27.50 - $38.62 per hour.
BENEFITS:- Being part of an award-winning transit system.
- Starting pay for candidates without a CDL is $27.50 per hour.
- Starting pay for candidates with a CDL is $29.00 per hour.
- Free seasonal pass options for Recreation Center or Golf Club
- Returning seasonal staff members may be eligible for a merit increase based on meeting performance expectations.
- Potential furnished seasonal housing available for rent.
- Paid Time Off - Paid out upon departure if unused.
- Local routes with no fares.
- Set schedule with consecutive days off.
- Requires ability to work various schedules that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed or scheduled at the discretion of management. The Breckenridge Free Ride Transit System operates 365 days per year, seven days per week.
Five 8-hour shifts: Day shift reports in at 5:30 a.m. and works to 2:00 p.m. Night Shift reports in at 3:30 p.m. and works until 11:30 p.m.
The incumbent will also be required to adhere to the Hours of Service regulations for commercial drivers license holders. This regulation limits the total number of work hours per day and per week. This job would be the primary job and incumbents working in a Full-Time position are very limited in terms of their ability to hold a second job at the same time.
This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.
Potential Housing Available
The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.
Salary : $28 - $29