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Transit Driver (Full-Time)

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Transit Driver

The City of Greenville is seeking Transit Drivers to help citizens and visitors reach their destinations safely. The position operates transit system vehicles to safely transport passengers throughout the City; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; and provides passenger assistance as required. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Examples of duties include operating a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route, adhering to scheduled routes, collecting fares and depositing fareboxes daily, preparing daily trip sheets and required reports, completing required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections, submitting completed maintenance repair paperwork, providing route and schedule information to the public, delivering professional and courteous service to passengers, ensuring cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out, and performing other related work as assigned. Minimum qualifications include the ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (high school diploma or GED preferred) and at least six months experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle. Required knowledge includes state and local traffic laws and regulations, basic maintenance procedures, and customer service principles and techniques. Skills include the operation of transit system vehicles. Ability to operate a transit vehicle safely on City streets, learn routes and maintain time schedules, make accurate mathematical calculations, prepare and maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and professionally, establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees, and the general public, work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others, and meet the mental and physical demands of the job. Special requirements include possessing a valid N. C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and a safe driving record, availability to work Monday through Friday from 5:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. and/or from 12:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. on a rotating schedule, availability to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on a rotating schedule, and the ability to lift and/or carry medium-sized objects and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.