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City of Ashland Kentucky

Bus Driver/ Bus Driver Relief

City of Ashland Kentucky, Ashland, Kentucky, us, 41114


Supervisor: Mass Transit Superintendent

Supervises: None

Starting Salary: $23.780/ hr. (Bus Driver) $22.070/ hr. (Bus Driver Relief)

General Duties and Responsibilities: Drives bus on designated route and time schedule to pick up and discharge passengers at designated locations; occasionally transports passengers on special routes. Performs curb-to-curb trips for passengers enrolled in Paratransit program. Uses lift and provides assistance to handicapped/disabled passengers. Ensures safe operating condition of the bus prior to beginning route; monitors conditions during shift and takes necessary actions. Completes paperwork and fuels vehicle. Reports accidents immediately involving bus or passenger to supervisor and Police Department. Ensures that the bus is kept in clean and sanitary condition, including bus washing and detailing. Issues and collects tokens and transfers. Records number of passengers; prepares and maintains accurate logs and reports. Observes and abides by posted speed limits and all operation laws, regulations, and safety precautions. Keeps up to date with ADA rules & regulations regarding transit. Reports all out-of-ordinary activities and malfunctions to supervisor and/or garage for immediate action. Reports all complaints and criticisms to supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: High School Diploma or GED and moderate experience.

Certification/Licensing Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license, Class "C" (Bus Driver) - Class "B" (Bus Driver Relief), with passenger endorsement as a condition of continued employment in this class.

Overtime Provision: Non-exempt.

Apply: MUST provide copy of: CLASS "C" CDL with passenger endorsement (Bus Driver) or CLASS "B" CDL with passenger endorsement (Bus Driver Relief) WITH APPLICATION. Apply at the City of Ashland's website www.ashlandky.gov.

Closing Date and Time for Accepting Applications: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.

Benefit Summary: Kentucky Retirement, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, City Paid Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Leave (Sick & Vacation), Free Access City Building Gym, and Discounts for YMCA Membership.

Equal Opportunity Employer