Bus Driver - Senior

October 21, 2024

Industry: Private

Employment Type:- Full Time

Work Hours:- 8 Hours

Locations:- USA

Full Job Description:-

County Video Portal Placer County is comprised of ove

1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! POSITION INFORMATION *Tahoe Branc

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sition is eligible for salary plus up to an additional $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium for employees who are permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe Area. BENEFITS Placer County offers a compre

ive bene

ts package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. DEFINITION To coordinate driver training

o train Bu

Drivers to required standards for operating buses in Placer County transit systems; to operate a bus in transporting passengers on Placer County transit systems; and to assist in transit system administration. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is th

dvanced journey level class in

he Bus Driver series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Bus Driver by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including training of Bus Drivers. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees in this class provide direct supervision to Bus Drivers in terms of training of staff and directing day-to-day operations. This class is distinguished from the Transportation Supervisor in that the Senior Bus Driver does not conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline or implement discipline procedures as directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receive

eneral supervision from the Transp

tation Supervisor. Exercises direct supervision over Bus Driver

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may incl

, but are not limited to, th

following: Plan and conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel

aining for new drivers; plan and conduct refresher and safety training for experienced drivers; document training provided in driver files. Acquire and maintain training and safety material
rive bus in the transportation of passengers on a f
-route or request basis; maintain on-time service and safe operation; clean bus and perform routine bus maintenance as required. Perform communication and dispatch duties on a relief b
or when assigned. Maintain records and statistics and enter data in a comput
When assigned, count fare-box receipts; prepare and make bank
osits. When assigned, assist in maintenance of bus shelters, stops and
transit system office. When assigned, order and pick-up supplies. Build and maintain posit
working relationships with co-workers, oth
ounty employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience an
aining Any combination of experienc

nd training that would ovide the required know

dge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible journey level experience equivalent to a B
Driver forone of the Placer County transit systems. Training: Successful completion of the experience requirement is proof of suffic

t trainin for this class. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's lice

or the equivalent with passenge

orsements and no air brake restrictions. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period, a M
Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certific
issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles or the equivalent training to operate a public transit vehicle in passenger service prior to the completion of the probationary period. Possession of valid CPR and First Aid certificate is desirable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILIT
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of transit system oper

Principles and methods of tr
ing. Large ve

operation and maintenance. Safety and emergency proc
es. Principles of customer service.
nsit-related laws and regulations. Moder
fice procedures, methods and com
r equipment. Ability to: Driv
bus and maintain the necessary licens
and physical standards. Train others through classroom pr

ntations an

ind-the-wheel instruction. On a continuous basis, know and understand bu
iving activities and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze driving cond
ns; identify safety hazards; and remember how to operate a bus. Intermittently sit while driving a bus; stand and walk while performing routine maintenance on a bus; regularly lift very heavy we
. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effectiv
nner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. SELECTIO
OCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the suppl
tal questionnaire, the applicant’s education, t

ning, and experienc

ill be evaluated using a pre-determ

ed formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical exam

tion (which may include

drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classificat

. For this purpo

, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates current

employed, or employed within the l

t year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is com

ted to an active nondiscri

nation program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or (530)