The driver is responsible for operating a van/bus to transport passengers in a safe and courteous manner according to published routes and timetables. The driver is responsible for driving defensively and reacting to emergency situations to ensure the safety of the passengers and the safety of the general public. Work includes completion of vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate records, assisting passengers as required including wheelchair securements, receiving and accounting for fares, radio communications, following emergency procedures, and other activities as assigned by the Fixed Route Driver Supervisor. The driver is responsible for meeting all attendance requirements according to bid, Lebanon Transit (LT)/Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), policies and safety emergency response situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares for daily run by reporting at scheduled time, in physical condition to fulfill the essential functions of driving a vehicle and adhering to the dress code.  Obtains assignment, reviews any posted notices, and immediately communicates any irregularities to Fixed Route Driver Supervisor.
• Ensures vehicle is safe and reliable prior to operation by conducting an inspection and performing daily pre- and post-trip inspection checklist and completing a non-compliance report and returning it to the Maintenance Department for resolution if necessary.
• Provides public transit services by safely operating assigned vehicle to pick up and deliver passengers on a fixed route in a courteous and professional manner in accordance with specified time schedule and under all weather, traffic and passenger load conditions. Works variable shifts, irregular hours and is available for work/overtime in accordance with bid, CBA, policies, and response to emergency situations.
• Maintains safe conditions by complying with traffic regulations; observing traffic conditions; avoiding dangerous situations and enforcing passenger safety/conduct rules.
• Complies with all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates by assisting with boarding and departing passengers with disabilities including the operation of wheelchair lifts and securing devices.
• Represents LT in a professional and positive manner and ensures a positive passenger experience by listening to complaints regarding delays or problems encountered in the provision of services. Answers questions from passengers regarding fares, schedules and routes. Regulates heating, cooling and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. Maintains the vehicle interior in a neat condition during service operation.
• Assists passengers requiring aid (including elderly individuals, individuals with hearing and sight impairments, physically/developmentally disabled individuals, etc.) by helping them board or depart from the vehicle, securing wheelchairs announcing required and special request stops, etc. 
• Follows proper emergency procedures in the event of an accident or safety incident by following established procedures including but not limited to notifying Maintenance Department and Director of Safety and Training, securing accident/safety incident scene, tending to passengers, obtaining witness cards, deferring media statements to proper channels and completing an accident report.
• Ensures proper receipts to LT by collecting fares according to established fare categories, completing ridership forms as required, completing any passenger reports and providing transfers for passenger connections with other routes.
• Ensures operation communications and resolutions in accordance with Federal Communications Commission guidelines by utilizing two-way radio to contact Fixed Route Driver Supervisor and/or Director of Safety and Training and/or Maintenance Department to timely and accurately report all irregularities, delays, accidents, incidents, requests for emer ency maintenance and safety/operation problems as they occur. Listens and complies with all communications/directions from Fixed Route Driver Supervisor.
• Maintains driving knowledge and skills by participating in safety and related training programs that are made available. 
• Ensures compliance by complying with LT's policies and procedures and local, state and government regulations. Maintains regular attendance and performs duties and responsibilities as assigned. Responds as needed for emergency situations and maintenance of service.

• Contributes to the team effort by training assigned employees, participating in problem solving methods, and maintaining a cooperative relationship with co-workers and management.

   

*ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:                  *

• HS education and job related experience preferred.
• Must meet hiring qualifications including but not limited to, minimum of 25 years of age; acceptable driving record and background verification in accordance with LT standards.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and common sense understanding to carry out transportation services.
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and demonstrated ability to operate and drive transit vehicles in a safe manner.
• Ability to understand and adhere to LT rules, procedures, directions, funding guidelines, DOT regulations and PA traffic regulations.
• Good attendance. Ability to work all bid runs, variable shifts and irregular hours. Available for work/overtime in accordance with bid, CBA, policy and response to emergency situations.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation with the ability to deal courteously, sensitively, and effectively with the public. Adherence to regulations; harassment/discrimination policy/guidelines.
• Ability to operate communication and other designated automated equipment.
• Ability to manage one's own time and to follow a schedule to meet deadlines.
• Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions that are given in English. Ability to complete records. Ability to work with diverse customers.

• Ability to enforce all LT rules and procedures with passengers.

   

PHYSICALS, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Must hold and maintain a class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted, and, maintain a current DOT medical certification or position shall be terminated.

• This is a safety sensitive position subject to all US DOT and Lebanon Transit Substance Abuse Policy requirements that include but are not limited to; pre-employment, random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing. 

   Full job description available at www.LebanonTransit.org/Careers