Transit Operator, Transit; Part -Time

This classification transports passengers of City Transit in a safe, courteous manner over established routes according to a time schedule. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Transit Shift Supervisor or Assistant Transit Manager.

Operates a 35,000 pound vehicle on an established route according to a time schedule and picks up and discharges passengers.

Drives safely, maintains control of the vehicle and obeys traffic regulations.

Provides good customer service and assists passengers in a courteous, responsible, and informative manner.

Collects fares from and interacts with passengers with a variety of personalities, health issues, abilities and disabilities.

Reports delays, mechanical problems and accidents; responds to emergency situations.

Completes daily records and logs and receives safety information.

May operate an ADA accessible van.

High school diploma or GED; previous experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles, transit operations, and/or transportation is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver’s license
. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment. Will be required to obtain a passenger endorsement within thirty (60) days of hire.

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.

Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.
Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.