Oregon Staffing
Class B Transit Bus Driver (Part-Time)
Oregon Staffing, Hood River, Oregon, United States, 97031
Job Opportunity With Columbia Area Transit (Cat)
Hood River County Transportation District, which does business as Columbia Area Transit (CAT), provides fixed route, deviated fixed route, and dial-a-ride public transportation services within Hood River County and between the communities of the Columbia River Gorge and Portland. CAT drivers provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient bus transportation for people in the CAT service area and are committed to safety through consistent and professional work. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work! A commercial driver's license (CDL) is not required to apply, but it is preferred - especially a class B license. If you don't currently have a CDL, this is a great opportunity: CAT will cover the cost of training and support you through the process of obtaining a class C or B CDL with the necessary endorsements and state certifications. Candidates who already hold a CDL will be given preference. Requirements: A minimum of a high school diploma (G.E.D.) or equivalent is required. Must pass pre-employment background check, physical, drug screen and DMV records check. A safe driving record meeting the established criteria is required: Traffic violations/accidents: Serious violations that 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. Job duties: Safety inspections: Prepare bus for operation by performing pre-trip safety inspection. Monitor the ongoing condition of the vehicle during operation. Complete a post-trip safety inspection at the end of the shift. Ensure buses are clean and have the required signage and documents. Report equipment concerns and maintenance problems appropriately. Operations: 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. Assist disabled passengers with boarding and exiting the bus. Secure wheelchair clamps or safety belts as may be required. Defensive driving: Develop and practice defensive driving skills to prevent vehicle or passenger accidents. In the event of an accident or emergency, assist passengers to ensure their safety. Prepare required accident/incident reports. Communicate: Monitor and initiate two-way radio calls, reporting any unusual conditions such as accidents, passenger incidents or traffic problems promptly. Provide verbal and written reports to District supervisors and management regarding route, safety, schedule, fare, and operational problems or concerns. Customer service: 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.
Hood River County Transportation District, which does business as Columbia Area Transit (CAT), provides fixed route, deviated fixed route, and dial-a-ride public transportation services within Hood River County and between the communities of the Columbia River Gorge and Portland. CAT drivers provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient bus transportation for people in the CAT service area and are committed to safety through consistent and professional work. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work! A commercial driver's license (CDL) is not required to apply, but it is preferred - especially a class B license. If you don't currently have a CDL, this is a great opportunity: CAT will cover the cost of training and support you through the process of obtaining a class C or B CDL with the necessary endorsements and state certifications. Candidates who already hold a CDL will be given preference. Requirements: A minimum of a high school diploma (G.E.D.) or equivalent is required. Must pass pre-employment background check, physical, drug screen and DMV records check. A safe driving record meeting the established criteria is required: Traffic violations/accidents: Serious violations that 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. Job duties: Safety inspections: Prepare bus for operation by performing pre-trip safety inspection. Monitor the ongoing condition of the vehicle during operation. Complete a post-trip safety inspection at the end of the shift. Ensure buses are clean and have the required signage and documents. Report equipment concerns and maintenance problems appropriately. Operations: 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. Assist disabled passengers with boarding and exiting the bus. Secure wheelchair clamps or safety belts as may be required. Defensive driving: Develop and practice defensive driving skills to prevent vehicle or passenger accidents. In the event of an accident or emergency, assist passengers to ensure their safety. Prepare required accident/incident reports. Communicate: Monitor and initiate two-way radio calls, reporting any unusual conditions such as accidents, passenger incidents or traffic problems promptly. Provide verbal and written reports to District supervisors and management regarding route, safety, schedule, fare, and operational problems or concerns. Customer service: 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.