Transit Operator, Full-Time

Job Posting

This classification transports passengers of City Transit in a safe, courteous manner over established routes according to a time schedule. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Transit Shift Supervisor or Assistant Transit Manager.

Examples Of Duties

Operates a 35,000 pound vehicle on an established route according to a time schedule and picks up and discharges passengers.

Drives safely, maintains control of the vehicle and obeys traffic regulations.

Provides good customer service and assists passengers in a courteous, responsible, and informative manner.

Collects fares from and interacts with passengers with a variety of personalities, health issues, abilities and disabilities.

Reports delays, mechanical problems and accidents; responds to emergency situations.

Completes daily records and logs and receives safety information.

May operate an ADA accessible van.

Typical Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; previous experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles, transit operations, and / or transportation is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment. Will be required to obtain a passenger endorsement within thirty (60) days of hire.

The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

City of Alexandria, LA

625 Murray Street P.O. Box 71 Alexandria, Louisiana, 71309

318-449-5078 318-449-5030

http : / / www.cityofalexandriala.com