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Description
The City of Auburn is hiring to fill two part-time Bus Driver II positions!
Auburn Transit is looking for qualified individuals with a valid CDL to join our transit team. These positions are seasonal, part-time and each has a maximum of 999 hours of work per fiscal year. The incumbent's schedule will be based on the designated bus route shifts and may vary to accommodate community transit needs.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Bus Driver II operates and maintains a variety of transit and General Public Paratransit (GPPV) vehicles to transport passengers in a safe, courteous and reliable manner. This position will primarily transport passengers on commercial motor vehicles, but may provide transit services through Auburn OnDemand, the City's ride-share service.
Auburn Transit provides fixed and on-demand transportation services to the community. In addition to designated bus routes, Auburn Transit works with other local transit agencies to ensure adequate services are provided for school needs and special events. For more information about the services that Auburn Transit offers, visit: https://www.auburn.ca.gov/192/Transit-Services.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Bus Driver II is a journey-level classification responsible for full range of duties and operation of all transit vehicles in the fleet. It is necessary incumbents have a full knowledge of transit laws, operating procedures and policies. The role performs under general supervision from the Transportation Supervisor or designee and does not involve supervision over other staff.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Actual work may vary based on department needs or change due to evolving business practices.
- Operates a bus or other General Public Paratransit (GPPV) vehicles on City streets and highways in all weather conditions to transport passengers on established routes with designated stops, on-demand rideshare services, field trips and special events.
- Ensures passenger safety by observing passenger behavior, verifying safety belts are secured and rendering aid to passengers in an emergency.
- Assists passengers boarding and deboarding as needed or requested, including senior citizens, individuals with disabilities and care-dependent persons.
- Operates a smart device and two-radio to respond to transit dispatch and on-demand rideshare requests requiring adjustments to existing schedules and routes.
- Operates automatic wheelchair lifts, collects fares, issues passes, secures wheelchairs and other assistive devices.
- Promptly notifies management and completes reports regarding accidents and incidents involving vehicles and passengers.
- Conducts mandatory daily pre-trip vehicle inspections adhering to state and city regulations before each route, including reporting inspection results, daily trip logs, and required vehicle repairs and maintenance.
- Performs minor maintenance, repair and cleaning of transit vehicles and fleet storage facility.
- Adheres to all public transit federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
- Maintains a valid California driver’s license and passenger certifications required by the state vehicle code, Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Transportation and other applicable standards.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work is performed primarily in a field environment including travel from site to site; extensive public contact; exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions; noise, dust, fumes, noxious odors and gases. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to operate a passenger bus for extended periods of time; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate amounts of weight; twist; climb steps; operate assigned vehicles; see in the normal visual range with or without correction; and hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates will be evaluated for qualifications. Those who demonstrate the strongest qualifications will be invited to interview. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. The selection process may also include written exams and skills assessments. The final candidate will undergo a background check, live scan and pre-employment medical exam.
Timeline:
- Application Review: Friday, November 1st
- Interviews: Week of November 4th
The City of Auburn is committed to equal opportunity employment and providing a fair selection process. We will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation to participate in the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least five business days in advance of the exam. You can reach us by calling (530) 823-4211 ext. 114 or emailing hr@auburn.ca.gov.
Ideal Candidate
QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of: Safe and defense driving principles and practices; basic first aid principles and practices; operational characteristics, maintenance, and emergency repair principles related to assigned vehicles; vehicle inspection principles and practices; geography of the City; pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations including traffic and safety laws, ordinances, regulations, and rules applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of passengers; occupational hazards and standard safety practices; methods and techniques of public relations and customer service; and basic principles and procedures of record keeping.
Ability to: Drive a bus and other automotive equipment safely and efficiently in traffic; maintain order among passengers on a bus; properly load, tie down, and secure wheelchairs on the bus; apply applicable state and local laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to transportation as well as administrative and departmental policies and procedures; respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries and requests from the public; work safely and adhere to principles of safety; work independently in the absence of supervision; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience:
A combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the requisite knowledge and abilities is to possess:
- A high school diploma or equivalent providing competency in reading and writing, supplemented by training specific to passenger vehicle operation.
- One year of responsible paid driving experience involving passenger transit.
License or Certificate:
- Possession of a valid Class A or B California commercial driver’s license with Passenger Transportation endorsement.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certificate.
- Possession of a General Public Paratransit Vehicle (GPPV) certificate.
- Possession of CPR, First Aid and AED certificates is desirable.
- A School Bus, School Pupils Activity Bus or Youth Bus certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles is desirable.
Benefits
This position is unbenefited.