Connector Bus Operator Trainee

Connector Bus Operator
Department: Transportation
Union: Teamsters

SMART is actively looking for customer-focused drivers that LOVE to work with the public! We are looking to fill immediate openings throughout our service area in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties.

Compensation:
$19.63/hour is paid during training; $21.27/hour after successful completion of training (8 weeks).

General Summary

Under general direction, the Connector Bus Operator (CBO) operates motor coaches to transport passengers in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner. The CBO is responsible for collecting fares and completing necessary inspections and reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates motor coaches subject to departmental rules, regulations, schedules, and local and state traffic regulations, keeping the radio dispatcher aware of status and location.
• Maintains a professional image and performs duties in a courteous, friendly manner emphasizing positive customer relations.
• Inspects and tests vehicle equipment prior to each run to ensure vehicle safety.
• Reports equipment and maintenance problems or concerns to appropriate management personnel.
• Responsible for the safe loading, transport, and unloading of passengers.
• Judges the best way to route the vehicle from place-to-place in demand-responsive service.
• Provides schedule, route, fare, directional, and general information to customers.
• Responsible for collecting proper fares, inspecting passes, receiving, and issuing transfers.
• Assists passengers, particularly the elderly and handicapped persons, in boarding or exiting the vehicle as necessary, including operation of wheelchair lift and wheelchair restraints.
• Posts appropriate route and destination signs in the vehicle.
• Removes ice, snow, and slush from platforms.
• Maintains proper lighting, heating, and ventilation on the vehicle.
• Responsible for inspecting the bulletin board daily for directives, policy, and procedure announcements.
• Maintains trip sheets and other forms as required.
• Submits written reports on accidents and may be required to serve as a witness regarding the same.
• Maintains reasonable order aboard the coach.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and split days off, especially during the first 2 years of employment.
• A real desire to drive and serve the public.
• Ability to obtain a Chauffeur's Driver's License.
• Less than four points on driving record in the last five years.
• Good driving record. No suspensions, revocations, or restrictions within the past 36 months (3 years).
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written directives and service information.
• Ability to perform arithmetical calculations and maintain reports.
• Ability to work in a time-structured environment under minimal direct supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work with the public.
• Ability to exercise sound and quick judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to read a street map and find unknown locations quickly.
• Knowledge of the service area of the assigned terminal:
  Major streets and landmarks, street numbering systems, etc.
• Ability to successfully complete employment history verification and criminal background check, medical examination including drug screening, and employment interview.

SMART is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.