Paratransit Bus Operator Position Available In Polk, Florida

Paratransit Bus Operator Citrus Connection – 3.1 Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time From $18.90 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications CDL B Passenger Endorsement Customer service English Mid-level High school diploma or GED Paratransit Conflict management Air Brake Endorsement 2 years Communication skills

Full Job Description Position Type:

Full-Time Reports To:

Director of Revenue Services FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Department:

Revenue Services SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing service to bus riders by safe, reliable, and expert transportation to the community.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates a bus for the safe transportation of the Responsible for following all District rules, policies and Responsible for pre and post trip activities for the bus and reporting of any issues related to Responsible for reporting accidents and/or incidents and following District procedures in accordance with the accident reporting Responsible for dealing with passengers and the public with courtesy and Assists impaired passengers in accordance with the American with Disabilities Loads and secures up to two (2) wheelchair Assists passengers with grocery packages upon request Assists Paratransit passengers at pick-up and drop-off points. Provides customer service as defined in District Standard Operating Responsible for handling emergency situations Monitors cleanliness of bus Assists with training of new Checks bus and reports lost or left behind items; communicates and reports to appropriate Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of the geography of the county and bus routes. Skill in safely operating a bus or other vehicle in a variety of weather and traffic. Ability to work under pressure; ability to multi-task. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong conflict resolution skills. Must be a self-starter; able to work independently. Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, various County and City employees, customers, and the general public. Uses sound, independent judgment in daily work activities and exercises discretion; has strong ethical standards.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or G.E.D. required; two to four years’ customer service experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience that is determined to be directly related to the specific requirements may be substituted.

LICENSES

Must have valid CDL Class “B” license with (P) Passenger Endorsement and Airbrakes upon hire.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This job is performed in all weather conditions. It may include the need to be able to lift up to 100 lbs. infrequently.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.90 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Shift:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift

Work Days:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Customer Service:

2 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lakeland, FL 33815 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Lakeland, FL 33815: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person