Full and part-time openings available with FULL benefits! Eligible applicants will receive a *$7,500 hiring bonus! No CDL required to apply!
What You’ll Do
Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient bus transportation for people in the TriMet service area, and be committed to safety through consistent and professional work. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work!
1. Prepare bus for operation by performing pre-trip safety inspection. Monitor the ongoing condition of the vehicle during operation.
2. Operate a bus on specified route(s) according to established time schedules. Follow District rules and policies, obey traffic laws, and remain knowledgeable regarding any changes in same.
3. Develop and practice defensive driving skills to prevent vehicle or passenger accidents. In the event of an accident or emergency, assist passengers to assure their safety.
4. Monitor and initiate two-way radio calls, reporting any unusual conditions such as accidents, passenger incidents or traffic problems promptly.
5. Provide accurate information to customers regarding fares, routes, schedules and operating rules. Announce major streets, transfer points, and points of interest as required. Maintain courteous and professional demeanor with customers at all times.
6. Assist disabled passengers with boarding and exiting the bus. Secure wheelchair clamps or safety belts as may be required.
7. Provide verbal and written reports to District supervisors and management regarding route, safety, schedule, fare, and operational problems or concerns.
8. Assist in the instruction of student operators for route orientation and further development of the student's operating skills.
9. Prepare required paperwork, such as lost and found tags, accident/incident reports, and bus defect reports.
What's Required
A minimum of a High School Diploma (G.E.D.) or equivalent is required.
Possession of a valid and active driver's license for the past three (3) years is required. Ability to secure Oregon or Washington CDL Class "B" license with "P" endorsement and no Air Brake restriction is required.
A safe driving record meeting the established criteria is required:
Traffic Violations/Accidents
Serious violations, which appear on the driving record, will disqualify an applicant from consideration for a period of ten (10) years.
Less serious violations will disqualify an applicant from consideration if they occurred in the last three (3) years.
Suspensions
A suspended driver's license for longer than three months (90 days) in the past three (3) years will disqualify an applicant from consideration.
If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.
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As applied to the workplace, applicants must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.
We're an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly and people with disabilities.
*Sign-on bonus details: Bonus will be paid over the course of first 18 months driving to eligible applicants. All bonuses are subject to standard payroll taxes.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $28.22 - $37.62 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Signing bonus
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work any day of the week, nights, holidays, and split shifts?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person