Bus Operator (FT) - TPC (2209)

 

Open Date: 5/7/2024
Close Date: 5/13/2024

Note: You must pass the required test for this position, before submitting your transfer application. See testing information at the bottom of this posting.

Union: USA/TC234 
Division/Department: Operations /Ops/CCT 
Location:Germantown 
Starting Rate of Pay: Union Rate Scale

 

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

SEPTA's Contract Operations Department, which provides small bus service in West Philadelphia (Lucy), Bensalem (Cornwells Heights RRD Train Station Circular) and Horsham (Horsham Breeze), is seeking individuals who are interested in working full-time as small bus operators and has a desire to serve the public and invest in your future and grow within the company.

 

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

 

Aspects of this Position

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES

 

• Drives passenger vehicle while following all safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Stops vehicles at assigned areas so that passengers can board and unload.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of vehicles.
• Announces stops to passengers.
• Assists passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus.
• Answers general questions about bus schedules or routes.
• Reports delays, passenger emergencies or accidents.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Prepares accident reports when required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience.
• No suspensions and not more than one moving violation in the last 3 years.
• Valid driver’s license with no driving with a suspended/revoked license over the past 5 years.
• Ability to successfully complete standardized assessment, employment history verification and criminal background check, medical examination including drug screening, and employment interview.
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, split days off, especially during first two years of employment.
• Required to be available for all shifts including weekends
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

 

CDL/CDL Permit Requirements

• If offered the position after interview candidates will be required to present either a Class B or Class A Commercial License with a Passenger endorsement with no restrictions for driving vehicles with Air Brakes
• No CDL or Permit - You will be required to obtain a CDL permit (preferably Class B) no later than 2 weeks before the tentative start date.

 

 

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.