A Van, Taxi, Shuttle Driver drives vehicles to transport small groups of passengers, or provides paying customers with transportation to a specific location. May transport passengers between a small number of predetermined locations, such as a hotel shuttle that provides patrons with rides to the airport.
Under general supervision is required to performs a variety of routine and complex transportation work in driving a van, bus and/or station wagon. Work involves responding through a dispatching system to specified locations to transport passengers within the Taft Area Transit Public Para-Transit System. Operator is required to maintain daily logs and records.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates vehicles on a demand response (Dial-a-Ride) routing and/or on a scheduled route (Fixed Route) as assigned. Assists individuals with developmental disabilities in accessing the system. Operates a wheelchair lift and is responsible for properly securing wheelchair on the bus. Assists senior adults and the disabled with packages, groceries, and getting on and off the van, bus, or in and out of the station wagon. Operates a 2-way radio equipment, collects fares, and logs transit activities. Maintains transportation vehicles, including fueling, cleaning, general maintenance; advises mechanic of needed repairs of assigned vehicles. Must establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals utilizing the system, fellow employees, supervisors, and the general public.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phone and dispatching for the system in the absence of the Transit Dispatcher. Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
(A) Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. (B) Any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to do the job.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
(A) Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving; some knowledge of senior citizen services and needs; (B) Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment; Skill in First Aid and CPR. (C) Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions and maintain records and prepare reports. (D) Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact in dealing with the general public. (E) Ability to safely drive a bus, van, or station wagon; Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals utilizing the system, fellow, employees, supervisors, and the general public; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid state of California Class B driver's license or ability to obtain one, with General Public Para-Transit Vehicle Operator's Certificate (GPPV). Advanced First Aid and CPR certification.
Pay:
$17.26 - $22.03 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
