Part-Time Non CDL Driver

Local Bus Drivers Needed

Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council is seeking local bus drivers. The position offers a salary of $21.96 per hour and is part-time with benefits. The position is available in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Sisters, LaPine, and Madras, OR.

Position Summary :

Local bus drivers needed! $21.96 / hour for drivers with a Class C license. Are you looking for long-term work with great benefits? Are you service oriented and want to play an important part in the local community? Come join a growing local agency. Cascades East Transit is looking for qualified drivers to provide transit services throughout the Central Oregon community. We are currently accepting applications for this ongoing recruitment and will begin reviewing them in October. Don't have a CDL, but interested in obtaining one? We may be able to help; earn while you learn with our in-house Class B training program. For details, apply for one of our Non CDL Driver positions.

Work schedules are generally Monday through Friday. However, weekend work may be required depending on the assigned schedule. Generally, part-time schedules range from 30-36 hours per week. Positions are based out of Redmond or Bend. Routes serve throughout Central Oregon.

Role of Department : The overarching purpose of COICs transportation program is to strengthen regional transportation services and infrastructure through the development and implementation of regionally-based transportation plans, administration and operations, service coordination, and project development. A regional approach to transportation enhances efficiencies among transportation organizations and ensures regional connectivity for Central Oregon's residents, businesses, and visitors.

Job Purpose : Provide safe and efficient transportation services for Central Oregon public transportation passengers using vehicles designed to carry less than 16 passengers including the Driver. As the initial contact with the public, Drivers must be courteous and professional and be able to represent COIC in a manner that will maintain and promote the positive reputation of the organization. Drivers must be capable of dealing with a wide range of personalities, physical abilities and passenger situations and must treat passengers with respect and understanding. Drivers will ensure safety for themselves and passengers at all times. Drivers will assist in reporting, training, and quality assurance activities. Drivers are responsible for ticket inventory and the accurate recording of vehicle, passenger and other data.

COIC Mission : COIC supports the region as a trusted leader and partner, helping communities identify and address their unique and common needs through collaboration, shared service delivery, technical assistance, information sharing, and resource development. COIC values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and fostering a workplace in which individual differences are appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways which elevates the delivery of our services to Central Oregon Communities.

Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities :

• Safely operate and transport passengers in a commercial motor vehicle;
• Safely and courteously assist passengers with mobility devices such as walkers, canes, crutches or wheelchairs, and assist with carry-on items;
• When necessary, assist passengers with loading and unloading equipment on external carriers;
• Collect appropriate passenger fare and record passenger trips on a mobile data terminal;
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip internal and external vehicle inspections according to CET procedures;
• Report vehicle defects or problems to supervisor;
• Report accidents or other traffic issues to Dispatchers;
• Keep interior of vehicle clean, wash exterior of vehicles as assigned;
• Write daily reports in logical and readable manner;
• Other duties that may be assigned.

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Education Requirements : High School diploma, GED or equivalent is required. Must be 21 years of age or older. Physical Requirements : Must speak and communicate effectively when using two-way-radio, when communicating with supervisors, co-workers, and passengers. Vision : ability to see details at a distance; near vision to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer); depth perception to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you or to judge the distance between you and an object. The following physical job activities will be performed :