Posted by MILWAUKEE COUNTY TRANSIT SYSTEM

JOB
Requirements: JOB SUMMARY: Milwaukee County Transit System Bus Operators drive in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner while adhering to a pre-determined route and schedule.
This position exhibits excellent customer service skills and allows passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with Milwaukee County Transit System policies, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Wisconsin and Federal traffic laws and regulations.
Collect fares according to existing fare structure, inspect bus passes and issue valid transfers in a professional, courteous manner.
Operate the radio, farebox and other systems within the bus in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Provide public timetables and accurate information to customers.
Call street locations, transfer points, major intersections, and other requested stops in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy.
Provide accessibility for disabled passengers to board and alight by properly operating all ramps and lifts and safely securing passengers in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interacting with all passengers.
Perform vehicle inspections before, during and after scheduled work assignments.
This includes internal and external areas of the bus, reporting all defects on proper forms.
Monitor Special Bulletins and detours daily and make appropriate adjustments as needed. Follow Company policy for handling lost articles including a visual inspection of the bus at the end of the line and at pull-in.
Complete accident and incident reports accurately and legibly, as necessary. Complete fare box, passenger, and bus maintenance defect reports, as necessary.
Conduct self in an appropriate manner as a representative of Milwaukee County Transit System.
Perform other duties as required.
FULL Job Description details can be found on www.ridemcts.com/careers \\ OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to work any hour of the day, weekends, and holidays only.
Must have a valid Class D Wisconsin driver's license (non-probationary) for at least one (1) year prior to the date of application.
Valid CDL Class B License with P Endorsement with no Air Brake restriction (or valid CDL permit 14 days prior to start date or transfer date).
Must be available continuously during the 5 - 7 week Bus Operator Training Program and able to work day or night shift hours.
No more than six (6) points on the Motor Vehicle Report during the three (3) years prior to date of application.
No revocation or suspension of a driver's license as a result of a moving violation during the three (3) years prior to date of application.
No OWI's (Operating While Intoxicated) during the five (5) years prior to date of application, and no more than one (1) OWI within the last fifteen (15) years prior to date of application.
No more than two (2) on the entire driving record.
Stable work history with excellent attendance and punctuality record.
Successfully complete the Bus Operator Training Program.
PLEASE NOTE: Full listing of knowledge, skills, abilities, physical requirements and environmental factors can be found on our website along with a Disclaimer Statement: www.ridemcts.com/careers \\ APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://globalus241.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/mcts/Posting/View/3699 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.