Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
Part Time Bus Driver
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006
Salary:
$21.33 - $23.80 Hourly
Location :
Kalamazoo, MI
Job Type:
Part-Time
Job Number:
24-005
Department:
Operations
Opening Date:
08/14/2024
Closing Date:
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description/Distinguishing Features
Operates a Metro passenger bus following a designated schedule and route. Responsible for detecting malfunctioning equipment and reporting it, counting passengers carried, and fares collected. Work is reviewed through the safe and satisfactory operation of the vehicle and is performed on a shift basis.
Part-time status indicates individual will not be scheduled more than 28 hours per week.
Examples of Duties
Checks lights, brakes, steering, tires, radiator, and oil level prior to leaving garage;Drives Metro bus on a number of assigned or special routes, picking up and discharging passengers at designated locations according to schedule;Collects fares, transfers, or tickets from each passenger; issues transfers;Obtains necessary repairs and maintenance work for vehicles;Makes required reports of passengers transported daily and any unusual happenings;Reports all accidents involving bus or passengers transported daily and any unusual happenings;Reports all accidents involving bus or passengers immediately to Public Safety department;Keeps bus clean and in orderly condition;Complies with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of the vehicle including safety precautions and posted speed limits.Essential Qualifications
Some knowledge of the principles of bus operations;Some knowledge of the street and road system of the City and State;Good knowledge of driving courtesy and safety;Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;Ability to establish and maintain good public relations;Integrity;Good vision.Work requires climbing, sitting, stooping, crouching, reaching, pulling, grasping, and repetitive motions; walking and occasional lifting equipment up to 40 pounds. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, road hazards and atmospheric conditions.Acceptable Training and Experience
Some experience in driving a bus or equivalent and completion of the tenth school grade;Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.
EEO Employer
The benefits for this position are negotiated between the Central County Transit Authority and the Amalgamated Transit Unit (ATU).
For a summary of benefits in ATU positions, please visit our website: https://www.kmetro.com/sites/default/files/public/atu_benefits_summary_2021_1.pdf
Please note: these benefits are subject to change.
$21.33 - $23.80 Hourly
Location :
Kalamazoo, MI
Job Type:
Part-Time
Job Number:
24-005
Department:
Operations
Opening Date:
08/14/2024
Closing Date:
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description/Distinguishing Features
Operates a Metro passenger bus following a designated schedule and route. Responsible for detecting malfunctioning equipment and reporting it, counting passengers carried, and fares collected. Work is reviewed through the safe and satisfactory operation of the vehicle and is performed on a shift basis.
Part-time status indicates individual will not be scheduled more than 28 hours per week.
Examples of Duties
Checks lights, brakes, steering, tires, radiator, and oil level prior to leaving garage;Drives Metro bus on a number of assigned or special routes, picking up and discharging passengers at designated locations according to schedule;Collects fares, transfers, or tickets from each passenger; issues transfers;Obtains necessary repairs and maintenance work for vehicles;Makes required reports of passengers transported daily and any unusual happenings;Reports all accidents involving bus or passengers transported daily and any unusual happenings;Reports all accidents involving bus or passengers immediately to Public Safety department;Keeps bus clean and in orderly condition;Complies with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of the vehicle including safety precautions and posted speed limits.Essential Qualifications
Some knowledge of the principles of bus operations;Some knowledge of the street and road system of the City and State;Good knowledge of driving courtesy and safety;Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions;Ability to establish and maintain good public relations;Integrity;Good vision.Work requires climbing, sitting, stooping, crouching, reaching, pulling, grasping, and repetitive motions; walking and occasional lifting equipment up to 40 pounds. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, road hazards and atmospheric conditions.Acceptable Training and Experience
Some experience in driving a bus or equivalent and completion of the tenth school grade;Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.
EEO Employer
The benefits for this position are negotiated between the Central County Transit Authority and the Amalgamated Transit Unit (ATU).
For a summary of benefits in ATU positions, please visit our website: https://www.kmetro.com/sites/default/files/public/atu_benefits_summary_2021_1.pdf
Please note: these benefits are subject to change.