MENDOCINO TRANSIT AUTHORITY South Mendocino Coast Transit Vehicle Operator

CLASSIFICATION: TRANSIT VEHICLE OPERATOR

DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION

POSITION: NON-EXEMPT, SAFETY SENSITIVE

UNION AFFILIATION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL 665

HOURLY SALARY RANGE (AFTER TRAINING): $21.08 p/h - $26.91 p/h

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor and the direction of a Dispatcher, a Transit Vehicle Operator drives transit vehicles as assigned. A Transit Vehicle Operator will operate; heavy-duty, medium-duty, or small buses along a fixed route while adhering to a timetable or operate a paratransit bus providing curb-to-curb (dial-a-ride) service. Transit Vehicle Operators will collect fares, sell passes and provide information and assistance to passengers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Operate heavy-duty and medium-duty buses, small buses, and paratransit buses in a professional manner to ensure that passengers experience a safe and comfortable ride.

2. Operate heavy-duty, medium-duty, and small buses along defined fixed-routes within the timeframe of the assigned route's printed schedule.

3. Operate paratransit buses within specific service areas, primarily providing disabled and senior citizen passengers with curb-to-curb (dial-a-ride) transportation.

4. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all MTA Transit Operations policies and procedures.

5. Respond to passenger requests for information about MTA services in a professional manner.

6. Assist, in a safe and professional manner, disabled or senior citizen passengers in boarding and disembarking from vehicles, including safe securement of passengers in wheelchairs.

7. Record and submit passenger data, odometer mileage, travel-time, fares, and ticket sales transactions on MTA forms in a concise and legible appearance.

8. Calculate and collect correct fares and the sale of tickets and punch passes.

9. Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections, accurately recording the findings on MTA forms.

10. Report and record all physical damage, malfunctions, and suspected mechanical problems to maintenance personnel on MTA forms in a concise and legible appearance.

11. Fuel and sweep vehicles as needed in accordance with established procedures.

12. Prepare accident and incident reports in an accurate and legible manner on appropriate forms; interview passengers or witnesses to obtain needed information.

13. Operate a two-way radio using proper radio communication procedure to communicate with Transportation Supervisors, other Transit Vehicle Operators, and Dispatchers.

14. Report all safety hazards and "MTA Personnel Policies" violations promptly to a Dispatcher or Transportation Supervisor.

15. Perform other related duties as assigned.

SELECTION PROCESS:

A completed MTA employment application must be submitted to MTA along with the following:

1. A current copy or your driving record from DMV;

2. A completed MTA application;

3. Resume: (optional) Submit applications online or to MTA at 241 Plant Road, Ukiah.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled by email. All drivers are required to have a physical examination and a pre-employment drug test in accordance with federal DOT rules and regulations, positive test results will be reason to disqualify applications from hiring, and a LiveScan fingerprinting and background check.

This position will remain open until filled.

LOCATION AND HOURS:

LOCATION: South Mendocino Coast

HOURS: Hours can run from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. including weekends and holidays, for shifts as required. This is a Casual position not to exceed 20 hour per week.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Regular status is subject to successful completion of an eight-month probationary period.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Mendocino Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal and state anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and legal mandates. Mendocino Transit Authority prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and/or state law. Mendocino Transit Authority conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

UNION AFFILIATION:

All full-time and part-time Transit Vehicle Operators belong to the Teamsters Local 665 Union.

FURTHER DETAILS:

MTA provides training. Training wage $18.00 per hour.