What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Operator position at WeGo Public Transit?
Purpose: This position is responsible for keeping the ‘It’ City moving. Join the driving team of Full-Time Bus Operators and become a part of our story.
Wage: $24.99/Hour
*NEW SIGN-ON BONUS*
- $1000 - Non- CDL or CDL Permit
- $2000 - CDL Class A or B with P-Endorsement
- Rehires not eligible for Sign-On Bonus
Benefits:
- Paid CDL Training
- Health, Vision, Dental
- On-Site Fitness Center
- Uniform Allowance
- Pension & Optional 401 K plan
Bus Operator Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age, with a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License
- Have the ability to pass company provided paid Commercial Driver’s License Training for (Class B) with a passenger/air brake endorsements Course
- Must pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, breath alcohol test, drug screen, Health Performance Exam (HPE) and complete a background check
- Available to work assigned scheduled including: days, nights, weekends and some holidays
- Possess stable work history, with excellent record of attendance and punctuality
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with passengers and staff
- Ability to problem solve if situations arise on the bus
Bus Operator Duties:
- Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with WeGo Public Transit System polices, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Tennessee and Federal laws and regulations
- Ability to adapt to constantly changing operating environments
- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interreacting with all passengers
- Perform all other duties as assigned
The principal duties are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and must be performed unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Other responsibilities are those functions which are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of the job. This job description does not imply that the above are the only duties assigned to the position. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.
Similar roles include: School Bus Driver | Coach Bus Driver | Class B Driver
WeGo Public Transit also known as DTO is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.99 - $31.34 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $31
