Bus Operator at DeKalb County

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

26.92

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving, Passenger Transport, Safety Procedures, Wheelchair Operation, Customer Service, Route Consultation, Vehicle Inspection, Basic Maintenance, Incident Reporting, Emergency Response, Two-Way Radio Communication, Scheduling, Record Keeping

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Code: 61027 Salary Grade: 8 Salary: $17.68 - $26.92 FLSA: Nonexempt Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. * Drives passenger mini bus on an assigned route to transport passengers between County facilities and other designated locations in a safe and courteous manner. * Ensures safe loading and unloading of passengers, including operation of specialized equipment for passengers with special needs such as wheelchairs. * Assists individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities, ensuring passenger safety. * Communicates with passengers, providing information and responding to inquiries. * Consults with Supervisor on a regular basis concerning schedule and route. * Performs pre- and post-trip bus inspection to ensure proper operating conditions, cleanliness of vehicle, and compliance with safety standards. * Performs basic vehicle maintenance service, such as checking fluid levels, and makes minor repairs to vehicle as needed. * Reports any equipment malfunctions or potential problems with vehicle and coordinates with Fleet Maintenance for preventative maintenance and repair. * Provides written and verbal reports to document incidents, including accident reports and repair requests. * Responds to emergency situations involving passengers or other vehicles for the purpose of maintaining passenger safety. Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; and communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED is required; one year of experience in the operation of commercial motor vehicles, including driving large vans or buses, or a related field. Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement. Supplemental Duties: * Coordinate with Senior Center managers to schedule group trips. * Assign vehicles and temp drivers for scheduled trips and verify trip details when additional drivers are needed. * Prepare drivers’ invoices and submit them for processing. * Assign drivers for all vehicle maintenance and repairs. * Maintain vehicle records as they pertain to State required monitoring. * Schedule maintenance, cleaning, fueling and repair of County vehicle.

Responsibilities

The operator drives a passenger mini-bus on assigned routes to safely and courteously transport passengers between County facilities and designated locations, ensuring safe loading and unloading, including assisting passengers with special needs. This role also involves performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, basic maintenance, reporting malfunctions, and responding to emergencies to maintain passenger safety.