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Definition & Essential Functions:

Under the general supervision of the Public Works Transit System Administrator, safely operates a bus on assigned route schedule (fixed and paratransit curb-to-curb service); collects and accounts for fares; performs daily bus safety inspection (pre and post-trip); greets and provides direction and other information to customers; assists passengers on and off the bus; and performs other related work as required. May work various hours and days of the week including Saturdays, holidays, and split shifts.\ \ FLSA Status: Non-Exempt\ \ Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Tasks:

• Operates a variety of transit buses in a manner that ensures passenger comfort and safety.
• Operates wheelchair ramp and assists disabled passengers in boarding, securing, riding and alighting in a safe manner.
• Adheres to safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure the well being of Vista Transit customers and employees.
• Maintains schedule adherence for pull-out time and en-route service.
• Performs a complete pre and post trip inspection of bus, safety checks of equipment, and informs dispatch when adjustments or repairs are necessary.
• Receives and transmits two-way radio messages involving customer transfers,\ accidents, incidents, emergencies, criminal activities, or other unauthorized Vista Transit business utilizing judgment and discretion to ensure patron and individual safety.
• Reports hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and at bus stops, including such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction and criminal activity.
• Cleans and maintains transit equipment and buses.
• Assists customers on and off transit buses.
• Collects fares and checks customer passes or transfers.
• Provides schedule, route and fare information to passengers seeking assistance concerning the Vista Transit System and connecting buses; notifies dispatch to obtain additional information as needed.
• Responsible for complying with all City and departmental work rules, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics:

Understanding of:

• Federal and State Traffic laws and regulations.
• Understanding of and the ability to perform Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) inspections.
• Arizona Department of Transportation and Federal Transit Administration (ADOT and FTA) rules, regulations and requirements pertaining to small urban transportation system operations.

Knowledge of:

• Local community and street system.
• First aid and emergency procedures.
• Operation of small and large transit buses.
• Safety principles and regulations applicable to bus operations.
• Proper bus maintenance and inspection procedures.
• Customer Service practices, including courtesy to passengers, sensitivity to passengers with disabilities, stop announcements, responding to questions and providing information and direction to customers.
• Two-way radio procedures and codes.

Ability to:

• Speak, read and write English.
• Operate a two-way radio.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Operate a passenger bus safely and effectively.
• Collect bus fares.
• Transport and assist passengers on and off the bus.
• Inspect a bus for safe o eration and identify and report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards.
• Arrive on-time and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicate politely and cooperatively with passengers and members of the public.\ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, and other City employees.
• Exercise tact and sound judgment when resolving operational and passenger problems.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and fellow employees.
• Maintain logs, daily schedules and various records.
• Be friendly, courteous and assist all passengers including passengers with wide ranges of special needs, including physical and developmental disabilities.
• Learn operations, services and activities of a customer service program.
• Learn and drive all Vista Transit routes.
• Perceptual skills to monitor complex driving situation, the judgment to make quick decisions, when necessary, coordination to control an oversize steering wheel, and maneuver a vehicle in crowded areas.