Job Description

Job Duties:

• Operate transit vehicles safely and smoothly to transport passengers.
• D&R operators: According to the schedule of the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) or printed manifest.
• Assure compliance to all applicable DOT laws and regulations.
• Assists in emergency evacuations as assigned and performs other related work as required.
• Assure cleanliness of vehicles.
• Follow instructions from Dispatch and supervisory personnel and communicate any problems to dispatch.
• Complete daily vehicle pre/post trip inspections. Conducts operational vehicle inspections
• Maintain good customer/employee/supervisor relations.
• Report for duty promptly in proper uniform and physical condition and be ready to work any route assigned.
• Provide information to passengers in a helpful, courteous, efficient manner; use proper etiquette to assist
• passengers with disabilities.
• Prepare and complete all required logs and reports including reports on traffic accidents and customer
• incidents.
• Utilize the communication systems (cell phones, radios and MDT’s) in accordance with BTD policies.
• Use correct safety procedures to operate lift, secure wheelchairs, scooters and other assistive devices.
• Immediately notify dispatch of cancellations, no shows, or for directions when having difficulty locating a client.
• Maintain the standards of BTD, including but not limited to the Drug & Alcohol, ADA, EEO, Title VI, Code of Conduct and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Retirement
• Medical

Requirements:

• Equivalence to a high school education.
• Pass DOT Drug Screen
• Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Maintain DOT Physical.
• Must be able to speak and read English.
• Legible handwriting.
• Must be able to read maps and follow directions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with State and local traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in the operation of vehicles.
• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

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