Bus Driver (Housing) at City of Dearborn, MI

About the Department

STARTING RATE OF PAY: $15.00 per hour

HOURS: Two to three days per week; approximately 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., occasional evenings and
weekends may be required.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general direction, operates 14-passenger motor vehicles 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. Must perform daily routine inspections and
prepare reports on vehicles as required.
 

Position Duties

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (Must be able to perform the following with or without
reasonable accommodation).

? Drives 14-passenger vehicle over a designated route, including residential streets as well as major
thoroughfares; makes frequent stops to board and discharge passengers.
? Ability to operate 14-passenger 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.
? Assists disabled and senior citizen passengers in boarding and exiting vehicle, including operating
the lift and securing wheelchairs to restraining devices as needed.
? Prepares records and reports of accidents, incidents and vehicle condition.
? Will be required to operate radio or other communication device to report status of vehicle or
interruptions in service.
? Will be required to clean and service vehicle with fuel.
? Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Qualifications

• POSSESSION OF A VALID COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE WITH "C-CP" ENDORSEMENTS PREFERRED.  VALID MICHIGAN CHAUFFEUR LICENSE WILL BE ACCEPTABLE.
• Successful completion of routine background check, which includes verification of satisfactory driving record (including no more than three (3) current points), criminal history and references.
• Ability to operate 14- or 16-passenger 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.
• Must meet physical requirements as specified by the Federal Dept. of Transport for coach operators as determined by a post-hire medical examination.

Other Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• POSSESSION OF A VALID COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE WITH “C-CP” ENDORSEMENTS
  PREFERRED. VALID MICHIGAN CHAUFFEUR LICENSE WILL BE ACCEPTABLE.
• Successful completion of routine background check, which includes verification of satisfactory
  driving record (including no more than three (3) current points), criminal history (sex offender
  registry if applicable).
• Must meet physical requirements as specified by the Federal Dept. of Transport for coach operators
  as determined by a post-hire medical examination.