Part-time Bus Driver

Description

Not to exceed 28 hours weekly

• → Work involves the daily operation of the F.L.E.R.T., disabled, and Senior Citizen Buses. Must function with a minimum of supervision and physically assist passengers as necessary
• → Transports Senior Citizens, disabled persons and other passengers within the boundaries of the City of Florissant
• → Shall cautiously drive one or more types of automotive bus equipment
• → Shall assist passengers as necessary entering and exiting the bus
• → Shall perform daily driver maintenance on buses
• → Shall physically load and unload groceries and other materials from the bus and carry them up and down stairs
• → Keeps and maintains First Aid kits
• → Provides general upkeep of buses and all pertinent equipment
• → Maintains daily logs accurately, regarding the necessary safety checks for buses and their activities
• → Shall maintain a daily record of passenger pickups and deliveries
• → Shall coordinate the daily door-to-door pick-up scheduled with appointments made by phone
• → Coordinates with Senior Office in all emergency scenarios
• → Provides assistance with passengers, regarding usage of the buses
• → Promotes harmony and good will among passengers and with City of Florissant
• →This is a safety sensitive position
• →Performs other duties as directed

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

This position requires sitting for long periods of time, bending, twisting and helping passengers, lift and move up to 25 lbs., seeing, hearing and talking.

• The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to handle stressful situations is vital for this position
• Proven experience driving buses or large vehicles preferred
• Excellent driving skills and a clean driving record
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in various situations
• Good physical condition to assist with boarding and disembarking passengers
• Flexibility to work part-time hours, including evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations

• A valid Class C Commercial Driver’s License with an endorsement for Passenger/Bus is required
• Being CPR certified is preferred.