BUS OPERATOR at Fort Collins

Job Description

Bus OperatorSummary: Operates transit vehicles to transport passengers of all abilities for fixed route or paratransit busservice according to specific time schedules for the City of Fort Collins and surrounding areas. Assists passengersas needed per division guidelines.

Requires varied work hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends and holiday work.Service hours run from as early as 4:00 a.m. and as late as 11:00 p.m.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following dutiesand responsibilities are illustrative of the
primary functions of this position and are notintended to be all inclusive.

• Operates different types of buses, mini buses and pool vehicles in a wide variety of traffic, road and weather conditions.
• Maintains paperwork such as maintenance logs and time sheets
• Possesses knowledge of basic math skills.
• Attends meetings and ongoing training as needed.
• Possesses knowledge of city streets and surrounding areas.
• Possesses basic vehicle and equipment maintenance knowledge.
• Operates a two-way radio to communicate with other drivers, dispatchers and supervisors.
• Operates a Mobile Data Terminal to communicate with dispatchers and supervisors, if applicable.
• Utilizes good time management skills and is able to stay on schedule.
• Follows all operational policies and procedures.

About Fort Collins:Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and an outstanding public school system. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins offers exciting recreational opportunities, unique cultural offerings, and is a regional center for employment and shopping. Throughout the year, live music and entertainment, as well as great local dining, can be found throughout the historic downtown area. Fort Collins offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a larger city. If you are seeking the Colorado lifestyle and a community in which you can reinvent and reinvigorate yourself then Fort Collins is your city.

Job Requirements

Qualifications: The requirements listedbelow are representative of the knowledge,skills and abilities required to perform thenecessary functions of this position.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Three to five years driving experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a good driving record.
• Valid Drivers License with ability to obtain Commercial DriversLicense with passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction.

Application: Only on-line applications accepted for this position. Visit our website atwww.fcgov.com/jobs to apply on-line by Friday, October 18th, 2013. Requisition #13125
City of FortCollins
Human Resources Department
215 N. Mason
P.O. Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
(970)221-6535
FORT COLLINS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.DRUG TEST REQUIRED.
Country: USA, State: Colorado, City: Fort Collins, Company: City of Fort Collins.