Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,413.74 - $74,478.54
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The City of Sunny Isles Beach is a vibrant coastal community committed to providing exceptional public services and enhancing the quality of life for its residents and visitors. Known for its scenic beaches, diverse cultural attractions, and progressive municipal programs, the City prides itself on maintaining a high standard of safety, hospitality, and community engagement. Within this dynamic environment, the City seeks to employ dedicated individuals who are passionate about public service and embody the spirit of Sunny Isles Beach through professionalism and excellent customer interaction. The City operates various departments focused on city services including transportation, public safety, sanitation,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school graduate or general education degree (GED)
- Two years' experience operating large vehicles such as bus, RV, tractor trailers or related combination of training and experience
- Possession of a valid Florida Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement
- Successful completion of a DOT/CDL pre-employment physical and background check
- Ongoing participation in the City's random alcohol and drug testing program
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Physical ability to perform job functions including sitting or standing for long periods, seeing, hearing, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, exposure to various weather and mechanical conditions
- One-year probationary period
- Responsibility to maintain licenses and certifications as a job requirement
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or general education degree (GED)
- Two years of experience operating large vehicles such as bus, RV, tractor trailers or any related combination of training and experience
- National Safety Council of Defense Driving Course professional truck drivers preferred
- Possession of a valid Florida Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement
- Successful drug-free, alcohol-free completion of a DOT/CDL pre-employment physical and background check
- Ability to prepare accurate reports and forms
- Knowledge of state and county traffic and motor vehicle regulations
- Knowledge of public safety and security operations
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with the general public and coworkers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional customer service acumen and willingness to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity
- Ability to learn the operation, policy and procedures of the City and the assigned department or office
Job Duties
- Transport passengers over a specified route according to the city published time schedule
- Assist in loading wheelchairs in required racks for passengers
- Maintain records and appropriate logs of passenger-related information such as number of passengers served, accidents, injuries or isolated incidents
- Prepare standard reports on inspections, travel time, mileage, gas, pre-trip inspections and traffic accidents
- Routinely inspect vehicles according to maintenance and safety standards and procedures ensuring proper working condition
- Ensure vehicle is clean and regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort
- Professionally handle any disorderly conduct by passengers
- Maintain a punctual and regular attendance record
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other employees, and the public using principles of good customer service
- Identify and make recommendations on any cost control measures in the delivery of all services under his/her area of responsibility
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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