ADOPTED: 23 June 2016

Isabella County Transportation Commission

DRIVER (FT/RELIEF/PART TIME)

Wage per Current Labor Contract

Reports to:

(Lead) Transportation Coordinator, Transportation Manager, Deputy Director, Executive Director

Work Schedule:       

• Requires to work available schedules as determined by the Dispatcher, Lead Dispatcher, Transportation Manager, (Deputy) Executive Director
• Full-time - Hourly Position - 40 hours/week.
• Part-time - Hourly Position - Up to 30 hours/week

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Non-Exempt

Description of Position:

Drivers are responsible for transporting passengers in a safe, efficient and courteous manner. They must complete all necessary paperwork, recordkeeping and reports as required by the position for the ICTC.

Essential Functions:     

• Inspection of the vehicle prior to each shift.
• Picking up and delivering passengers to the appropriate destinations.
• Collect correct fares and sell/record pass sales.
• Ability to assist passengers that are elderly and/or disabled on and off the vehicle which may include using the hydraulic lift or ramp.
• Responsible for keeping the vehicle properly and comfortably lighted, heated and ventilated.
• Responsible for inspecting the passenger compartment for passenger items and turn in to the lost and found at the end of the shift.
• Report all necessary vehicle servicing needed through the dispatcher and update daily vehicle checkout form.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately, legibly and in full.
• Responsible for proper securement of wheelchairs, mobility devices, walking aide, bikes or strollers used by ICTC passengers.
• Responsible for the safety of passengers while being transported.
• Report all incidents and accidents immediately and accurately complete necessary reports.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the ICTC bus that they are assigned.
• Responsible for emptying driver fare box into deposit bags and placing in the designated location.

Standards and Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Must have graduated from an accredited high school or equivalent, successfully completed a driving record check through the Department of State Bureau of Driver & Vehicle Record Lookup.

Must have good driving record with no more than one(1) moving violation currently on record, nor any convictions for impaired driving, operating under the influence, reckless driving, or reckless endangerment five (5) years or less prior to application.

The successful candidate will need to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical by an approved medical facility. Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License with the approved endorsements to legally operate all ICTC vehicles.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the written and driving tests to receive the permanent Commercial Driver’s License and complete the established training program with the approved ICTC certified trainer.

The successful applicant will be able to show a satisfactory attendance record as well as a willingness to adapt to change in the working environment and work toward greater efficiency in ICTC operations.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements: 

Knowledge

• Knowledge of major and local city streets and roads in Isabella County.
• Knowledge of regulation governing the ability to use the two-way radio system.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.

Skills

• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to quickly and accurately make operating decisions.
• Ability to deal effectively and pleasantly with the public.
• Ability to perform inspection of the vehicle prior to each shift.
• Ability to perform general servicing such as fuel and window cleaning.
• Ability to remove slush, snow or ice from the steps or platform.
• Physically and mentally capable of performing the job duties.
• Responsible for wearing clean dress code clothing and be well groomed at all times.
• Any other activities as required by supervisory staff.
• Assist dispatcher when required.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform job functions.
• Must be able to physically stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb steps, crouch, handle or move passengers.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

Other Job Requirements: 

• Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License with a P endorsement.
• Subject to random drug testing per ICTC’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and Over-the- Counter and Prescription Drug Policy.
• Subject to periodic driving record check through the Department of State Bureau of Driver & Vehicle Record Lookup.
• Attend seminars, training and meetings as instructed by the (Deputy) Executive Director.
• Attend all employee meetings.

Environmental Conditions: 

• Variable Work Environments: Work is conducted indoors and out with varying environmental conditions.
• When outdoors, employee will be subjected to weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. This includes; sunshine, rain, ice, snow or mix.
• Exposure to shaking objects and equipment.