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As a Fixed Route Bus Driver for Lebanon Transit, you will be responsible for:

• Providing public transportation services on fixed bus routes to the residents of Lebanon County.
• Being courteous and attentive to your passengers' needs so that customers have a high-quality experience on their trip.
• Completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your vehicle to ensure your passengers' safety and reporting any maintenance issues to the Maintenance Department.
• Maintaining safe conditions by obeying traffic laws, observing road conditions, and enforcing passenger safety/conduct rules.
• Assisting passengers that require aid by helping them board/depart the bus, securing wheelchairs properly, and announcing required and special request stops.
• Following proper emergency procedures in the event of an accident or safety incident and completing all required safety training.
• Communicating with personnel, such as the Fixed Route Supervisor or Director of Safety and Training, in accordance with Federal Communication Commission guidelines.
• Ensuring proper collection and cataloging of fares, receipts, and forms relating to ridership and passenger transfers.
• Complying with LT policies and procedures as well as all local, state, and federal government regulations.
• Contributing to our continued team efforts by training assigned employees, participating in problem-solving methods, and maintaining a cooperative relationship with coworkers and management.

Requirements

• Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted
• Current Department of Transportation physical
• High school education and job-related experience preferred
• Must meet hiring requirements including, but not limited to -- minimum 25 years of age, acceptable driving record, and background check in accordance with LT standards
• Ability to apply critical thinking and common sense to carry out transportation services
• Ability to keep mentally alert and maintain concentration for extended periods of time
• 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, Department of Transportation regulations, and Pennsylvania traffic regulations
• Ability to work all bid runs, variable shifts, and irregular hours and availability for work/overtime in accordance with bid, CBA, policy, and response to emergency situations
• Customer service skills with knowledge of how to deal courteously, sensitively, and effectively with the public and adherence to regulations and harassment/discrimination policies/guidelines
• Ability to operate communication and other designated automated equipment
• Effective time management skills and ability to follow and schedule and meet deadlines
• Ability to actively listen, communicate effectively, and follow oral and written instructions provided in English

Benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal &  Sick Days
• Family Medical Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Uniforms Provided
• Annual pay increases

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