Bus Driver, Full Time Lee County Transit Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time From $17.39 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications CDL B Route driving Passenger Endorsement In-person customer service High school diploma or GED DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations DOT Physical Certification Air Brake Endorsement Vehicle codes Full Job Description Must apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty/jobs/5337009/bus-driver?department[0]=Transit&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Drive Your Career Forward with LeeTran! Do you enjoy driving and helping people? Do you want a steady job where your work makes a difference every day? Join LeeTran as a bus driver! You'll safely transport passengers, provide great service, and be part of a team that cares about the community. Duties and Responsibilities What You Will Do Drive buses, trolleys, trams, or passenger vans on assigned routes Provide assistance to passengers with disabilities or limited mobility Collect fares and give excellent customer service Check vehicles each day and do small maintenance tasks Complete daily reports and paperwork Follow all safety rules and traffic laws Work alone or with the team as needed Assist during emergencies or special events Perform other duties as assigned Education, Experience, Licensing What We're Looking For High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience One year of driving buses or heavy vehicles preferred Able to work safely and follow DOT drug and alcohol rules Strong customer service skills Licensing Have a valid Class A or B CDL with Passenger Endorsement and no Air Brake restriction, OR Have a CDL Permit with Passenger Endorsement before hire Must get a Florida Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement within 30 days of hire (training and testing provided onsite)

Safety-Sensitive Position:

Transit Bus Drivers must be able to pass a Florida Department of Transportation Medical Examination and maintain a current medical card. This is a safety-sensitive position that is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing as provided in DOT regulation 49 CFR Part 40 and 655. Supplemental Information Work Schedule LeeTran operates seven days a week, including some holidays

Hours:

4:00 AM - 11:30 PM Day and evening shifts available Routes assigned by seniority twice a year Evening shifts pay extra Voluntary overtime may be offered Why Join Us? Make a real difference in your community every day Full medical, dental, and vision benefits start the month after hire Paid sick leave and vacation Florida Retirement System pension or investment plans Life insurance and disability coverage Training, mentoring, and education reimbursement New uniforms provided

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.39 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person