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City of Greenville, NC

Transit Driver (Full-Time)

City of Greenville, NC, Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834


Salary :

$38,188.80 Annually

Location :

Greenville, NC

Job Type:

Regular Full-Time

Job Number:

1821B

Department:

Public Works

Opening Date:

12/03/2024

Job Summary

GREAT Transit Drivers play an important role in the City of Greenville by helping citizens and visitors reach their destinations safely. Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for consideration for the GREAT team!

This position operates transit system vehicles to safely transport passengers throughout the City; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; and provides passenger assistance as required.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Examples of Duties

Operates a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route; Adheres to scheduled routes; Collects fares and deposits fareboxes daily; Prepares daily trip sheets and required reports; Completes required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections; Submits completed maintenance repair paperwork to Fleet services; Provides route and schedule information to the public; Delivers professional and courteous service to passengers and promotes good public relations; Ensures cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out; and Performs other related work as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (high school diploma or GED preferred); and At least six months experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

state and local traffic laws and regulations. basic maintenance procedures. customer service principles and techniques. Skilled in:

the operation of transit system vehicles. Ability to:

operate a transit vehicle safely on City streets. learn routes and maintain time schedules. make accurate mathematical calculations. prepare and maintain accurate records. communicate clearly and professionally. establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees, and the general public. work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others. meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid N. C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and a safe driving record. Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and/or from 12:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. on a rotating schedule. Must be available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on a rotating schedule. Must have the ability to lift and/or carry medium-sized objects and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

01

What is your highest level of education?

Less than High school High school diploma or GED Some college; no degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher

02

Do you have a valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement?

Yes No

03

Do you have at least six months experience operating a transit bus or other heavy motorized vehicle?

Yes No

04

Are you available to work Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and/or from 12:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m?

Yes No

05

Are you available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.?

Yes No

06

This position requires the lifting and/or carrying of medium-sized objects. Are you able to lift and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally along with the other duties required for this position?

Yes No

Required Question