Description

Under supervision, operates a bus on assigned schedules and routes; picking up and discharging passengers at designated bus stops; collects and accounts for fares and issues transfers; provides schedule information, assists passengers and maintains a safe, orderly environment on the bus; keeps daily operations records and reports when repairs or adjustments are needed to the bus. Ensures that proper procedures are followed in the event of an accident including, but not limited to, determining whether medical assistance is needed, securing names of witnesses, and accurately completing proper reports. Performs other related duties.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Three (3) years prior to closing date and up to the date of appointment (hire) to the position:

1. No employment terminations for cause,
2. No more than one (1) moving violation,
3. No traffic accidents reported on the DMV (H-6) printout. If a traffic accident reported on your DMV H-6 printout was not your fault, you must attach acceptable proof to your application to be given further consideration,
4. No arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs that result in a criminal conviction, and
5. No administrative suspension or revocation of driver’s license for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Applicants may be disqualified for any of the following reasons:
• A conviction record, and/or
• Negative employment references.

NOTES:

1. A conviction shall include a plea, verdict, or finding of guilt regardless of whether sentence is imposed by the court.
2. Positions in this job classification are considered safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations and are, therefore, subject to specific employment reference verifications prior to employment and random drug and alcohol screenings during the course of employment.
3. Prior to appointment (hire), candidates must pass a pre-employment medical examination, which will include a drug screen. A positive pre-placement drug test, refusal or failure to test may result in rejection of the candidate.

A valid driver license is required at time of application.  A valid California Class “B” driver license with passenger endorsement and medical certificate card will be required during training. A Railroad Approved Watch (approval must be noted on the watch face) will be required at the successful completion of the training.