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City of Dearborn, MI

Bus Driver (Senior Services)

City of Dearborn, MI, Dearborn

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Salary: $16.00 Hourly
Location : Dearborn 48126, MI
Job Type: Part time
Job Number: 23072
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 04/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK
HOURS : Approximately 20 - 25 hours per week; Days and times will vary
Under the general direction of the Senior Services Coordinator in the Recreation & Parks Department, operates seven- to thirteen-passenger vehicle to transport senior citizens, disabled, and other passengers over designated route. Responsible for safe, efficient and legal operation of vehicle; provides courteous assistance to passengers as needed. Must collect fares, and perform routine inspections and minor maintenance, and prepare reports on vehicles as required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Drives vehicle over a designated route, including residential streets as well as major thoroughfares; makes frequent stops to board and discharge passengers.
  • Assists disabled and senior citizen passengers in boarding and exiting vehicle, including securing wheelchairs to restraining devices as needed.
  • Prepares daily records and reports of accidents, incidents and vehicle condition.
  • May be required to operate radio or other communication device to report status of vehicle or interruptions in service.
  • Required to clean and service vehicle with fuel.
  • Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and lawful manner.
  • Ability to read a street map in finding unfamiliar locations quickly.
  • Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision and to follow routine written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills in responding to situations and notifying the proper authorities in a timely manner.
  • Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public, including senior citizens and the disabled. Prior experience with senior citizens is a plus.
  • Must meet physical requirements as specified by the Federal Dept. of Transportation for coach operators as determined by a post-hire medical examination.
  • Must successfully complete post-hire SMART training program.
  • Random drug testing.
  • Ability to speak and read both Arabic and English preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :
  • Must submit to a criminal history check, driving record check, drug screen, and physical prior to start.
  • Possession of valid Michigan Chauffeur's driver license and good driving record required .
  • Verification of satisfactory driving record (including no more than three (3) current points)

Part Time employees are not eligible for City provided health and welfare benefits.
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Do you have a valid State of Michigan Chauffeur's license?
  • Yes
  • No

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