Transit Bus Driver

Job DetailsJob Location: Detroit Lakes, MN 56501Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $23.17 - $30.23 HourlyPosition Summary  The Bus Driver provides transportation to Becker County residents.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities    •    Completes pre-and post-trip vehicle inspection. Reports vehicle problems to the dispatcher.  •    Operates transit bus in town and rural areas.  •    Provides passenger assistance as needed.  •    Operates hydraulic lift for wheelchair passengers and assists passengers with walkers.  •    Assists individuals on and off the bus as needed or requested.  •    Secures wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize them.  •    Operation of bus equipment included, but not limited to, wheelchair lift, two-way radios, tables, tie-downs, fire extinguisher, heating and cooling systems, etc.  •    Maintains radio contact with dispatcher to insure a safe, efficient, and timely delivery of the public to their destinations.  •    Cleans and sanitizes buses.  Cleans snow and water from bus stall and performs other light cleaning and maintenance tasks.  •    Adheres to county, OSHA and MNDOT safety requirements.  •    Promotes transit and its services.  •    Provides persons with directions and guidance, is courteous and patient, and resolves problems when able.  •    Attends trainings and meetings.  •    Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.  QualificationsQualifications     Education: High school diploma or equivalent.     Requirements:  •    Valid MN CDL Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.  •    Must successfully pass background check.  •    Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.  •    The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have positive public relations skills.  •    Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved.  •    Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies using moderate analytical ability in adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions using generally prescribed procedures.    Physical Demands and Working Conditions  •    Work is performed in passenger buses, roads and office.   •    Normal hearing and correctable vision required.   •    Ability to lift, carry or push up to 25 pounds.    Equipment Utilized  •    Office equipment, passenger buses and their equipment.    Competencies Common to all County Positions  •    Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable County policies and procedures.  •    Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff.  •    Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.  •    Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities.  •    Represent Becker County in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and constituencies.