Transit Operator

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nest just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

This is entry level skilled craft position whereby the incumbent operates commercial passenger vehicles, multi‑passenger vans and ancillary equipment (wheelchair lift, two‑way radio) for the purpose of transporting customers with special needs (senior citizens, persons with disabilities) to assigned destinations. Para‑transit routes are primarily followed; however fixed routes may be assigned if necessary. The incumbent is evaluated based on the safe and efficient operation of vehicles as relates to the transport of passengers and the quality of services provided to customers.

The incumbent must demonstrate a professional, pleasant, courteous, and helpful demeanor towards the public at all times and must be able to maintain composure in stressful situations. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to the elements. Incumbent must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs on a regular basis and must wear and maintain a uniform and safety equipment.

Incumbent is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands and finger, handle and feel objects, tools and controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to operate light to heavy duty county vehicles in excess of 26,000 lbs. DPW&T employees are considered "Essential" and are required to participate in the department’s Snow and Ice Control Program, during natural and man‑made disasters, and during special operations/activities as assigned.

Essential employees are expected to report for work or remain at work when other employees are granted administrative leave.

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of county‑maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area—all of which are maintained by staff of the department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the county’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from county‑maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

• Operate passenger vehicles in a safe manner, complying with Motor Vehicle and Transit Local, State, and Federal regulations
• Conduct routine bus and van inspections of assigned vehicle before/after use according to safety and operating procedures
• Maintain communication by radio with dispatch and transit service coordinators to report transit vehicle breakdowns, accidents, interruptions in service or other information vital to maintaining efficient transit operations
• Provide customer service and courteous interaction with passengers by responding to inquiries about schedules, routes, fares, connections to other routes and services, ridership promotions and transit service policies
• Assist passengers boarding/disembarking when necessary
• Assist with securing disabled wheelchair patrons
• Perform daily service/maintenance and maintain the cleanliness of vehicle exterior/interior throughout the shift
• Participate as an essential employee in the department’s Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and…