Bus Operator - Fixed Route

The Fixed Route Operator operates various types of transit buses in revenue and non-revenue service for GTA/Greensboro Transit Authority.

• Operates various types of transit buses in accord with RATP Dev/GTA policies, directives and procedures and in compliance with Federal and North Carolina laws and regulations.

• Maintains a working knowledge of current bus routes and stops within the service area as well as the current fare structure and bus pass programs.

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner at all times, while working in a diverse environment, assuring a professional quality of service to all external and internal customers. This includes properly answering questions and solving transit related concerns of customers.

• Aids customers with disabilities, including assistance in boarding and de-boarding, safely securing wheelchairs and announcing stops.

• Inspects assigned transit bus for mechanical problems. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices and transit bus controls for use while in service.

• Completes reports accurately and legibly.

• Performs various physical duties to successfully complete job responsibilities. These can include but are not limited to, boarding and deboarding transit buses, operating the wheelchair lift/ramp, assisting mobility impaired passengers board or de-board transit buses, securing wheelchairs using a 4 tie down restraint system, lifting the bike rack, lifting baggage compartment doors as may be required.

• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization and general public.

• Comprehensive knowledge of RATP Dev USA/GTA policies.

• Ability to problem solve under stressful conditions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population.

• Ability to effectively manage customer conflicts.

• Ability to work in a Team environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver License, with passenger endorsements.

• Must demonstrate a stable work history. Applicants should be prepared to provide additional employer information in cases where previous employment cannot be otherwise verified.

Driving Record

• Driving records must not reflect moving violations within the last 3 years.

• Have a safe driving record with no DUI conviction during the past ten (10) years, verified by a third party multi-state record check and no felony convictions for violent crimes.

• Criminal and Pre-Employment Background Record.

Physical Requirements Include Ability to:

• Sit for extended periods of time

• Lift, push, pull, and carry tools, objects, or equipment above shoulder level without assistance

• Move up and down stairs easily

• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping