CDL, Full-Time Transit Bus Driver

4 weeks ago

Bend, Oregon, United States Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council Full time
Salary: $24.18 Hourly
Location : Redmond, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 22-00114
Department: Transportation
Division: Union
Opening Date: 03/18/2024

POSITION SUMMARY
Local Bus Drivers needed $24.18/hour for CDL drivers who possess a Class A or B license with both Passenger and Airbrake endorsements Are you looking for long-term, steady work with great benefits? Are you service oriented and want to play an important part in the local community? Come join a growing local agency. Cascades East Transit is looking for qualified drivers to operate transit vans and buses throughout the Central Oregon community.
Role of Department:
The overarching purpose of COIC's transportation program is to strengthen regional transportation services and infrastructure through the development and implementation of regionally-based transportation plans, administration and operations, service coordination, and project development. A regional approach to transportation enhances efficiencies among transportation organizations and ensures regional connectivity for Central Oregon's residents, businesses, and visitors.

Job Purpose:
Provide safe and efficient transportation services for Central Oregon public transportation passengers. As the initial contact with the public, Drivers must be courteous and professional and be able to represent COIC in a manner that will maintain and promote the positive reputation of the organization. Drivers must be capable of dealing with a wide range of personalities, physical abilities and passenger situations. Must treat passengers with respect and understanding. Drivers will assure safety for themselves and passengers at all times. Drivers will assist in reporting, training, and quality assurance activities. Drivers are responsible for ticket inventory and the accurate recording of vehicle, passenger and other data.

COIC Mission:
COIC supports the region as a trusted leader and partner, helping communities identify and address their unique and common needs through collaboration, shared service delivery, technical assistance, information sharing, and resource development.

Diversity and Inclusion:
COIC values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and fostering a workplace in which individual differences are appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways which elevates the delivery of our services to Central Oregon Communities.
FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times.
  • Safely operate and transport passengers in a commercial motor vehicle;
  • Safely and courteously assist passengers with mobility devices such as walkers, canes, crutches or wheelchairs and assist with carry-on items;
  • When necessary assist passengers with loading and unloading equipment on external carriers.
  • Collect appropriate passenger fare and record passenger trips on a mobile data terminal;
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip internal and external vehicle inspections according to CET procedures;
  • Report vehicle defects or problems to supervisor;
  • Report accidents or other traffic issues to Dispatchers;
  • Keep interior of vehicle clean, wash exterior of vehicles as assigned;
  • Write daily reports in a logical and readable manner;
  • Other duties that may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:
  • Ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle assuring the safety of the passengers as they enter, ride on and exit the vehicle;
  • Must meet standards for a safety-sensitive position;
  • Must have good working knowledge of motor vehicles;
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions to perform work;
  • Ability to report to work on time and maintain a strong attendance record;
  • Have knowledge of the geographic service area;
  • Represent COIC in a manner that will maintain and promote the positive reputation of the organization;
  • Interact with a wide range of personalities and situations and be able to treat the diverse ridership with respect and understanding; Maintain a good rapport with the general public;
  • Interact positively with passengers and co-workers;
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team;
  • Attend mandatory meetings, as required;
  • Ability to follow COIC safety and operational rules and procedures;
  • Ability to remain current on all required trainings including, but not limited, to First Aid, CPR, Defensive driving, and PASS;
  • Must complete HIPAA training requirements;
  • Must have a valid Oregon driver's license and access to a private vehicle or equivalent means of transportation;
  • Must have previous driving experience;
  • Must have a current Oregon CDL of the appropriate class for the vehicle being driven with passenger endorsement and the air brake restriction lifted if appropriate;
  • Current Medical Examiners Certificate, or ability to obtain within 1 week of hire;
  • Ability to pass post-offer criminal background and driving background check, including driving history. No more than 2 moving violations in the last 12 months and no convictions of driving under the influence of any prohibited substance;
  • Must have a driving record which demonstrates adherence to safety in the operation of motor vehicles and adherence to traffic laws and regulations;
  • Must have no criminal conviction which may, in the sole judgment of COIC, constitute a threat to property or the safety of others. No history of class A felony offenses; time frame for Class B or C felony is 15 years; time frame for Class A, B or C misdemeanor is 10 years.;
  • Ability to successfully pass a post-offer DOT/FTA pre-employment drug test;
  • Must be available for varying shifts.
Competencies:
  • Accountability - Accepts responsibility and is accountable for achieving results.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to handle unexpected challenges. Responds positively to changes in direction and priorities, responsibilities, or assignments.
  • Attention to Detail - Is thorough and accurate in all assignments. Diligently attends to details and maintains a high degree of quality in one's work.
  • Communication Skills - Possesses good verbal and written communication skills. Articulates thoughts clearly and effectively.
  • Conflict Resolution - Embraces positive conflict and treats others with respect and dignity. Facilitates the development of creative solutions to conflict.
  • Continuous Improvement - Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
  • Critical Thinking - Approaches problem-solving with rigor, discipline, and analytical thinking. Thinks outside the box as needed.
  • Customer Focus - Demonstrates ability and concern for delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers. Establishes and maintains effective relationships.
  • Integrity & Trust - Complies with rules, regulations, and policies. Treats people with respect, maintain confidentiality, and inspires the trust of others.
  • Motivating Others - Creates a positive work environment. Empowers others by allowing ownership of processes and tasks. Celebrates and rewards accomplishments.
  • Personal and Professional Growth - Demonstrates continuous improvement, energy, creativity, and intellectual growth. Seeks out opportunities to learn and develop.
  • Professionalism - Behaves in a business-like manner and performs responsibilities to the highest standards. Displays proper attitude, work attire, and interaction with others.
  • Team Work - Works collaboratively with others, gets help when needed, shares knowledge, and contributes to a positive work environment.
  • Time Management - Uses time effectively and efficiently. Prioritizes short- and long-term tasks against business objectives.
  • Work Standards - Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Education Requirements:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent is required. Must be 21 years of age or older to operate a public passenger vehicle.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
  • Communication; must speak and communicate effectively when using two-way-radio, when communicating with supervisors, co-workers and passengers.
  • Vision; ability to see details at a distance; near vision to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer); depth perception to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.?
  • Manual labor; work outdoors subject to all types of weather conditions. Subject to vehicle noise, fumes, odors and dust and animal dander. Subject to low risk of injury due to vehicle accidents, mechanical failures.
The following physical job activities will be performed:
  • Pulling/pushing for wheelchair transport, between buildings and bus, up to 350 pounds up and down ramps and curbs, and on uneven and rough surfaces;
  • Lifting is performed to get wheelchairs up curbs, assisting passengers with carry-ons and getting other equipment onto the external bus carriers;?
  • Sitting for up to 6-8 hours per day for driving;
  • Walking during stops to aid ambulatory passengers to and from buildings;
  • Standing for not more than a few minutes during stops;
  • Climbing to enter and exit the bus;
  • Bending and twisting of the neck for driving including mirrors, occasionally for looking under bus during pre-trip checks;
  • Bending at the waist/squatting/kneeling occasionally for pre-trip checks, frequently to secure wheelchairs in the bus;?
  • Grasping constantly for driving activities, frequently for manual door operation, wheelchair movement and securing wheelchairs;
  • Carrying is performed for assisting passengers with carry-on items, tire chains and cleaning items to and from the bus;
  • Ability to physically assist passengers door-to-door with walkers, canes, crutches or wheelchairs, and carry-on items;
  • Lifting/carrying more than 50 pounds would be performed only in the event of an emergency requiring the evacuation of passengers.
COIC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Excellent benefit package when eligible.
COIC offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents at a minimal cost per month. Coverage becomes effective the first working day of the month if hired on the first working day of the month, otherwise, coverage becomes effective the first day of the following month. COIC is self-insured with Deschutes County, therefore benefited COIC employees have access to the Deschutes Onsite Clinic. The DOC provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full-service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, COIC provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer-paid benefit offerings include:
  • Life Insurance for employee and dependents
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
  • Vacation leave - 8 hours per month for full-time employees
  • Sick leave - 8 hours per month for full-time employees
  • Holidays - 9 paid holidays
  • CET transit pass
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:
  • 125 Flexible Spending Program
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Program
  • Supplemental group policy offerings through AFLAC
  • Voluntary Life and Accident Insurance through New York Life insurance
  • LegalShield membership
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