Transit Driver III

Only Open position is for Transit Driver III - Primary driving duties are for the Trolly system.

Transit Driver III

Public Works Department - MAPS Divisions


** Part-time and Full-time positions available.**

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Joplin.

Primary Purpose

Operates a public transit vehicle to transport passengers on specified routes or manifests. Makes pick-ups and drop-offs for riders, including many who may be elderly or disabled.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:
Prior public or passenger transit driving experience, with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR), is required.

Licenses and Certifications:

For Transit Driver III:
Possess and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements.

Salary & Benefits

Starting at $17.890 per hour ($37,211 annually).

The City provides health insurance for employees and their immediate family members. The City pays 100% of the premium for the employees and a portion of the premium for family coverage.

Additional Benefits include:

• 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year.
• 10 paid holidays per year + 3 paid "floating holidays" per year**
• Free life insurance to the employee, with supplemental options.
• Dental insurance starting at $9.02/month with fully covered preventive services.
• Vision insurance starting at $1.44/month.
• Tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, Care Leave and sick leave buy-back programs.
• Missouri LAGERS Retirement - employees do not pay into it; employee is fully vested after only 5 years of employment.
• Access to 457 retirement plans with several benefits over traditional 401k plans.
• Free library cards & gym access, fun employee events, and more!

** Floating holiday accruals depend on employee's start date.

Essential Job Functions

1.Operates public transportation vehicles; provides loading and departure assistance to riders needing personal assistance due to wheeled mobility devices or other disabilities.

2.Secures wheeled mobility devices in the vehicle with appropriate equipment and straps for safety after boarding and prior to rider departure.

3.Follows daily computerized manifest of scheduled trips when operating vehicles.

4.Inspects vehicles at the beginning and conclusion of shifts; cleans and sanitizes the interior of vehicles as needed.

5.Accepts fares from riders; accounts for fares received in accordance with City policy.

6.Communicates effectively with riders on the vehicle.

7.Executes safety plan in accordance with MAPS policy; provides first-aid in an emergency.

8.Contributes effectively to the Public Works Department, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.

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