Bus Driver - Full Time (Grant/FT/Benefits)

Job Description:

BUDGETED SALARY: $22.52/HOUR

Essential Duties:

• Completes all required paperwork in a timely manner, maintains daily trip logs and reports accidents/incidents and vehicle defects to management for resolution;
• Assists in the maintenance of vehicle fleet by performing established pre- and post-trip inspections including cleaning and refueling assigned vehicle after each trip;
• Interacts regularly with public riders and responds calmly and professionally with all conflicts, maintains professionalism and positivity;
• Drives safely adhering to all established laws, rules of the road, and Department of Transportation regulations at all times maintaining strict focus on Safety First;
• Reports and schedules time off within established guidelines and process.

Years of Experience:

Two (2) years of experience driving commercial vehicles

Years of Supervisory Experience: N/A

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Certifications, Licensures, and Examinations: Valid CDL, class B-P with Air Brake Endorsement, with no more than three (3) points.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations;
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNREC and safety codes, regulations, and requirements or the ability to comprehend and apply such requirements;
• Knowledge of safety signs, symbols and labels;
• Knowledge of standards of confidentiality and ethical practice;
• Ability to make decisions and the use of independent judgement;
• Ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to provide internal and external customer service in a courteous manor; Basic math, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing;
• Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize software, hardware and communication devices to perform tasks;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders;
• Ability to maintain composure, even in very difficult situations;
• Ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations.

SAFETY: Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position. 

COMPENSATION:
Other compensation may include but is not limited to:

• Overtime
• Compensatory time
• Shift Differentials

BENEFITS:

Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation 
• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Notes:

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates must pass a physical examination and drug/alcohol screening as required by the Federal Transit Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Regulations.