Transit Vehicle Operator South Mendocino Coast

MENDOCINO TRANSIT AUTHORITY South Mendocino Coast Transit Vehicle Operator

CLASSIFICATION: TRANSIT VEHICLE OPERATOR

DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION

POSITION: NON-EXEMPT, SAFETY SENSITIVE

UNION AFFILIATION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL 665

HOURLY SALARY RANGE (AFTER TRAINING): $24.01 - $29.41 p/h

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor and the direction of a Dispatcher, the Transit  Vehicle Operator (TVO) will drive a ‘cutaway’ (18-passenger capacity) bus along a fixed route while adhering to a timetable. TVOs will collect fares, sell passes, and provide information and assistance to passengers.  

   ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Operate buses in a professional manner, ensuring passengers experience a safe and comfortable ride along designated routes, within the timeframe of the printed schedule.
2. Assist, in a safe and professional manner, disabled or senior citizen passengers in boarding and disembarking from vehicles, including safe securement of passengers in wheelchairs.
3. Respond to passenger requests for information about MTA services in a professional manner.
4. Record and submit passenger data, odometer mileage, travel-time, fares, and ticket sales transactions on MTA forms in a concise and legible appearance.
5. Calculate and collect correct fares and the sale of tickets and punch passes.
6. Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections, accurately recording the findings on MTA forms.
7. Report and record all physical damage, malfunctions, and suspected mechanical problems to maintenance personnel on MTA forms in a concise and legible appearance.
8. Fuel and sweep vehicles as needed in accordance with established procedures.
9. Prepare accident and incident reports in an accurate and legible manner on appropriate forms; interview passengers or witnesses to obtain needed information.
10. Operate a two-way radio using proper radio communication procedure to communicate with Transportation Supervisors, other Transit Vehicle Operators, and Dispatchers.
11. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all MTA Transit Operations policies and procedures.
12. Report all safety hazards and "MTA Personnel Policies" violations promptly to a Dispatcher or Transportation Supervisor.
13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

WAGES:

• $24.01 - $29.41 per hour after completion of training.

• Paid Training $19.00 per hour - 8 to 10 weeks.

• MTA provides for a regular annual salary step progression.

SELECTION PROCESS:

A completed MTA employment application must be submitted to MTA along with the following:

1. A current copy of your driving record from DMV;

2. Resume: (optional) Submit applications online or to MTA at 241 Plant Road, Ukiah.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled by telephone.  All drivers are required to have a physical examination and a pre-employment drug test, including cannabis, in accordance with federal DOT rules and regulations - positive test results will be reason to disqualify applications from hiring - and a LiveScan fingerprinting and background check.

This position will remain open until filled.

LOCATION AND HOURS:

LOCATION: South Mendocino Coast (Must live within 30 minutes of Point Arena)

HOURS:  2-3 days per week. MUST BE AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Regular status is subject to successful completion of an eight-month probationary period.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Mendocino Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal and state anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and legal mandates. Mendocino Transit Authority prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and/or state law. Mendocino Transit Authority conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

UNION AFFILIATION:

All full-time and part-time Transit Vehicle Operators belong to the Teamsters Local 665 Union.

FURTHER DETAILS:

MTA provides paid training. Training wage $19.00 per hour.

BENEFITS:

CalPERS Retirement

Paid Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision

5.5% Match into Voya CalPERS SIP

Paid Reach/AirMed Membership

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid $5000 Life and AD&D Insurance Policy

Paid Employee Assistance Program through MagellanAscend