Mini-Bus Driver

the city of riverside is accepting applications for the position of mini-bus driver to fill one (1) vacancy in the special transportation division of the parks, recreation, and community services department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

the mini-bus driver operates, drives, and assists in the maintenance of a mini-bus to transport senior citizens and disabled individuals on request from a manifest.

must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes day, night, weekends, holidays, and split shifts.

duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• locate persons desiring service as indicated on the manifest or mobile digital computer, and transport them to their destination; provide safe and competent transport.
• assist elderly and disabled persons in boarding and leaving the bus as needed; answer questions and inquiries from program participants and individuals attempting the use of transportation.
• operate a wheelchair lift if the bus is so equipped.
• maintain load factor information on patrons for the safe and efficient operation of the mini-bus.
• maintain a clean and orderly bus ensuring that the vehicle is ready for service.
• report and deliver minibus to the garage for repair and major maintenance work; perform minor maintenance, gauge evaluation, and fluid level check.
• operate a mobile radio and maintain strong communication with dispatcher’s and other staff and individuals assisting with transport.
• collect and account for fares; perform general mathematics and assist patrons with fees and discrepancies.
• complete incident and accident report forms as necessary.
• perform other duties as assigned.

education: high school graduation or satisfactory equivalent (ged)

experience: one (1) year of full-time experience in the operation of a mini-bus, or similar public transit vehicle to transport passengers to their destination.

highly desired qualification: experience transporting the elderly and/or disabled.

necessary special requirements:

• possession of an appropriate, valid class a or b california motor vehicle operator’s license with passenger endorsement.
• possession of an appropriate, valid special driver certificate issued by the california highway patrol (chp) within three (3) months from the time of appointment. The following special driver certificates are accepted: vehicle for developmentally disabled persons (vddp), school pupil activity bus (spab) certificate or school bus driver certificate.

documents required at the time of application:

• completed employment application
• completed supplemental questionnaire
• current special driver’s certificate (if applicable).

• vehicle for developmentally disabled persons (vddp)
• school pupil activity bus (spab) certificate
• school bus driver certificate

please note: the certification required must be scanned and attached to the online application. The system will not allow an application to be submitted without the required attachment. For directions on attaching a document to an online application, or general information on completing your online application, : (application guide).

important information on scheduling assessments:

if you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

the selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

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