Lincoln County, OR
Transit Driver
Lincoln County, OR, Newport, Oregon, United States, 97365
Salary:
$20.00 Hourly
Location :
Lincoln County, OR
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
24-82 (009)
Department:
Transit District
Opening Date:
11/19/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Summary
Lincoln County Transit is looking for a customer service minded Transit Driver to work 30 hours per week for our Lincoln City loop. If you are interested in getting people where they need to go, and qualify for the position, we would like to review your application. Apply now!
Lincoln County Transit is geared to enabling the public with an inexpensive and convenient way of getting around in Lincoln County. We provide transportation to every major city within the county, including transportation for disabled persons and senior citizens. This position is 30 hours per week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma / GED
One year Transit or similar driving experience with multiple passengers.
Must possess a valid Oregon class A or B commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement and have a current DOT medical examiner's certificate.Substitution Note:
None
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below:
Knowledge of:
Traffic laws.Safety and security rules applicable to the transportation of passengers.Learn and explain regular transit and Dial-A-Ride operating practices and procedures.Learn and practice safety and security rules and procedures required in public transit.Assure the proper and safe seating and securement of the very young, including infants.Learn bus routes, schedules, streets and locations within the transit district service area.Drive under all conditions of weather, roadways, and traffic.Resolve customer complaints courteously and tactfully and maintain a courteous, professional approach when dealing with the public.Read and interpret maps.Remain flexible in handling changes.Maintain accurate records and reports.Relate effectively with people of varied age, physical condition, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, using tact, diplomacy and courtesy.Undergo hands on fire extinguisher training and bus evacuation procedure training.Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the county, using language and a format the audience will best understand.Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).Effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the county. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.JOB FUNCTIONS
Operates an 8 to 35 passenger bus on various routes and schedules providing service to persons with disabilities, the elderly, and the public:
Complete vehicle pre and post trip inspections following regulations and guidelines designated by federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT).Assist passengers, as needed, with boarding or disembarking and with personal miscellaneous articles.Utilize various installed bus features to load, unload and secure passenger and assistance equipment.Complete, prepare, and submit required paperwork accurately, including but not limited to time sheets, daily trip sheets, incident, accident, and referral forms.Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicles which may involve outdoor work in inclement weather.Operate two-way radio/phone for professional routine communications with dispatcher and other transit vehicles.Responsible for fare collection and accountability.Distribute and manage bus pass sales.Ensure bus is fueled and supplied to ready service status.Promote good passenger relations by providing positive treatment of passengers.Greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner.Assist with seating, questions, directions, and other service-related matters.Assures passenger comfort, safety, and security.Shares transit skills and assists new drivers with learning the various routes and schedules.
Apply today!
Job Conditions and Physical Demands
WORKING CONDITIONS
Job Conditions:
This is a safety sensitive position and requires pre-employment and random drug testing mandated by the Federal Transit Administration. Varied shifts; must be willing to work early morning and late evening shifts, weekdays, and weekends. Work is typically in a sitting position while driving a vehicle. Subject to adverse weather and traffic conditions, exhaust fumes, equipment noises, diesel and gasoline fuel. Subject to exposure and close contact with verbally and/or physically abusive individuals.
Work Location:
Lincoln County
Travel:
Routes start in various locations. Employee responsibility to report to start of route location or where bus is stationed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sit in a transit vehicle for extended periods while working 8 to 10-hour shifts.Use arms, wrists and hands to turn steering wheel of transit vehicle.Use legs to apply pressure for braking of transit vehicle.Adjust transit vehicle seats and mirrors to gain necessary line of vision to maneuver vehicle safely.Maneuver approximately 600 pounds (passenger in a wheeled mobility device).Maintain full and complete use of all limbs to operate vehicle controls.Climb, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel to inspect vehicle or assist passengers.Push, pull or maneuver carts, strollers, wheeled mobility devices.Lift approximately 50 pounds or more.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.ADA COMPLIANCE:
Physical capability to handle high mobility demands and complex personal interactions.
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light to heavy work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (20-50 pounds).Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Most tasks require oral communications ability. Most tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.
Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.
01
Do you possess an active Oregon CDL License? Which type
02
Do you possess Passenger Endorsement?
03
Do you have Medical Certification (DOT)?
Required Question
$20.00 Hourly
Location :
Lincoln County, OR
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
24-82 (009)
Department:
Transit District
Opening Date:
11/19/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Summary
Lincoln County Transit is looking for a customer service minded Transit Driver to work 30 hours per week for our Lincoln City loop. If you are interested in getting people where they need to go, and qualify for the position, we would like to review your application. Apply now!
Lincoln County Transit is geared to enabling the public with an inexpensive and convenient way of getting around in Lincoln County. We provide transportation to every major city within the county, including transportation for disabled persons and senior citizens. This position is 30 hours per week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma / GED
One year Transit or similar driving experience with multiple passengers.
Must possess a valid Oregon class A or B commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement and have a current DOT medical examiner's certificate.Substitution Note:
None
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below:
Knowledge of:
Traffic laws.Safety and security rules applicable to the transportation of passengers.Learn and explain regular transit and Dial-A-Ride operating practices and procedures.Learn and practice safety and security rules and procedures required in public transit.Assure the proper and safe seating and securement of the very young, including infants.Learn bus routes, schedules, streets and locations within the transit district service area.Drive under all conditions of weather, roadways, and traffic.Resolve customer complaints courteously and tactfully and maintain a courteous, professional approach when dealing with the public.Read and interpret maps.Remain flexible in handling changes.Maintain accurate records and reports.Relate effectively with people of varied age, physical condition, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, using tact, diplomacy and courtesy.Undergo hands on fire extinguisher training and bus evacuation procedure training.Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the county, using language and a format the audience will best understand.Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).Effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the county. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.JOB FUNCTIONS
Operates an 8 to 35 passenger bus on various routes and schedules providing service to persons with disabilities, the elderly, and the public:
Complete vehicle pre and post trip inspections following regulations and guidelines designated by federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT).Assist passengers, as needed, with boarding or disembarking and with personal miscellaneous articles.Utilize various installed bus features to load, unload and secure passenger and assistance equipment.Complete, prepare, and submit required paperwork accurately, including but not limited to time sheets, daily trip sheets, incident, accident, and referral forms.Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicles which may involve outdoor work in inclement weather.Operate two-way radio/phone for professional routine communications with dispatcher and other transit vehicles.Responsible for fare collection and accountability.Distribute and manage bus pass sales.Ensure bus is fueled and supplied to ready service status.Promote good passenger relations by providing positive treatment of passengers.Greet passengers in a tactful and courteous manner.Assist with seating, questions, directions, and other service-related matters.Assures passenger comfort, safety, and security.Shares transit skills and assists new drivers with learning the various routes and schedules.
Apply today!
Job Conditions and Physical Demands
WORKING CONDITIONS
Job Conditions:
This is a safety sensitive position and requires pre-employment and random drug testing mandated by the Federal Transit Administration. Varied shifts; must be willing to work early morning and late evening shifts, weekdays, and weekends. Work is typically in a sitting position while driving a vehicle. Subject to adverse weather and traffic conditions, exhaust fumes, equipment noises, diesel and gasoline fuel. Subject to exposure and close contact with verbally and/or physically abusive individuals.
Work Location:
Lincoln County
Travel:
Routes start in various locations. Employee responsibility to report to start of route location or where bus is stationed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sit in a transit vehicle for extended periods while working 8 to 10-hour shifts.Use arms, wrists and hands to turn steering wheel of transit vehicle.Use legs to apply pressure for braking of transit vehicle.Adjust transit vehicle seats and mirrors to gain necessary line of vision to maneuver vehicle safely.Maneuver approximately 600 pounds (passenger in a wheeled mobility device).Maintain full and complete use of all limbs to operate vehicle controls.Climb, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel to inspect vehicle or assist passengers.Push, pull or maneuver carts, strollers, wheeled mobility devices.Lift approximately 50 pounds or more.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.ADA COMPLIANCE:
Physical capability to handle high mobility demands and complex personal interactions.
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light to heavy work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (20-50 pounds).Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Most tasks require oral communications ability. Most tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.
Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.
01
Do you possess an active Oregon CDL License? Which type
02
Do you possess Passenger Endorsement?
03
Do you have Medical Certification (DOT)?
Required Question