Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $27.65
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Signing bonus
Referral Bonus
Paid holidays
Job Description
Regional Transportation District (RTD) is a leading public transportation agency serving the Denver metropolitan area in Colorado. RTD's mission is to make lives better through connections by providing safe, reliable, and efficient transit services that meet the needs of its diverse community. As an employer, RTD is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment where employees are encouraged to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to the table. The organization's core values include passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership—all of which guide the behaviors and decisions of its employees. RTD is recognized as a trusted... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least nineteen years of age
- Must possess a valid driver’s license continually for past 2 years
- No DUI, DWI, or reckless driving in past 5 years
- Two years of customer service experience
- Ability to pass Department of Transportation physical examination and maintain a current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
- Ability to pass RTD Physical Ability Assessment
- Ability to obtain and maintain valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class B-P with air brake and passenger endorsements
- Ability to complete Bus Operator Training Program
- Knowledge of defensive driving techniques
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to tell time and keep schedule
- History of satisfactory attendance
- Ability to read and understand maps and timetables
- Ability to use prudent judgment and common sense
- Ability to work unusual hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to maintain professional composure under stress
- Physical ability to perform job duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions
- Demonstrated ability to work in diverse workforce
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Equivalency in relevant job experience considered
- Must be at least nineteen years of age
- Must possess valid driver’s license continually for past 2 years
- No DUI, DWI, or reckless driving in past 5 years
- Two years of customer service experience demonstrating ability to create welcoming experiences and engage customers
- Ability to pass Department of Transportation physical examination and maintain a current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate
- Ability to pass RTD required Physical Ability Assessment
- Ability to obtain and maintain valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (Class B-P) with air brake and passenger endorsements
- Ability to successfully complete Bus Operator Training Program with required test scores
- Knowledge of and ability to use standard defensive driving techniques
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to read and understand maps and time tables
- History of satisfactory attendance
- Ability to work unusual hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain professional composure under stress
- Demonstrated physical ability for job demands
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce
- Equivalent combinations of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with requirements also considered
Job Duties
- Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of RTD, working effectively in a diverse work environment, using prudent judgment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers
- Operates transit bus in revenue and non-revenue service while in strict compliance with RTD policies, directives, and procedures and all Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations, including using proper defensive driving techniques
- Maintains working knowledge of streets, current bus routes and stops within the District as well as RTD's current fare structure and bus pass programs
- Performs RTD pre-trip inspection of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run, including external/internal visual inspection and pre-testing equipment, safety devices, and transit bus controls
- Completes accident and incident reports accurately and legibly as necessary at the end of scheduled shifts
- Provides customer service information in a courteous, professional manner including operating the automated stop announcements system and properly answering questions and solving transit-related concerns
- Operates farebox, inspects various bus passes, distributes and collects bus transfer slips, and records passenger counts
- Complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in operating the transit bus, including providing accessibility for disabled passengers by properly operating accessibility lifts and safely securing passengers
- Performs various physical duties as required, such as boarding and de-boarding buses, operating lifts, securing disabled passengers, and handling passenger baggage
- Completes farebox, passenger, and bus maintenance defect reports and maintenance orders as necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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