Transit Operator-Parks & Recreation Dept.-Fairgrounds bei Fortbendcountytx

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Transit Bus Operator-Fairgrounds

• Safely operates a 30 – 36 or higher passenger commercial bus to transport passengers to designated locations and events.

• Assists passengers with boarding, seating, and disembarking, including loading/unloading mobility equipment as needed.

• Conducts thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.

• Maintains compliance with all applicable traffic laws, safety standards and

procedures, and transit guidelines and regulations.

• Maintains a clean and comfortable vehicle environment by regulating temperature and ensuring cleanliness before and after each trip.

• Reports mechanical issues, incidents, or delays to the supervisor immediately and documents accordingly.

• Utilizes provided route sheets, maps, or GPS systems to follow designated travel paths.

• Coordinates and maintains accurate trip records, planned routes, logistics

schedules, or any other required documentation.

• Coordinates and participates in planning of transportation policies, programs, and objectives for the Department.

• Attends training sessions and maintains current certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and AED (training provided by the County).

• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers and strategizes the swift deployment of supplies in crisis situations.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.

• Minimum five (5) years or more of professional commercial driving

experience in large commercial bus and/or commercial transport

vehicles.

• Valid and current Texas Driver's License
• Proof of vehicle liability insurance/minimum Texas Requirements

• Strong knowledge of safe driving practices and traffic regulations.

• Friendly, courteous demeanor and excellent communication skills.

• Ability to operate GPS and read maps for efficient routing.

• Physically able to perform tasks such as entering/exiting vehicle, assisting passengers, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

SALARY: $22.96-Min to $28.70/ Hourly

Closing Date: Upon Filling position

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
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Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.