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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and responsible Bus Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to navigate various routes efficiently. As a Bus Driver, you will be responsible for transporting passengers to their destinations in a timely and safe manner. You will need to adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, maintain the cleanliness and condition of the bus, and provide assistance to passengers as needed. This role requires a high level of patience, attention to detail, and the ability to handle stressful situations calmly. You will be the face of our transportation service, ensuring that passengers have a positive experience from the moment they board the bus until they reach their destination. Your primary duties will include conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, reporting any mechanical issues, and keeping accurate records of your routes and passenger counts. You will also need to manage your time effectively to ensure that you adhere to the schedule and make adjustments as necessary to accommodate traffic or other delays. In addition to driving, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment on the bus, which includes enforcing rules and regulations, assisting passengers with disabilities, and handling any emergencies that may arise. You will also need to communicate effectively with dispatchers, other drivers, and passengers to provide updates and receive instructions. This position requires a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass a background check and drug test. Previous experience as a bus driver or in a similar role is preferred but not required. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within our company. If you are a reliable and customer-focused individual with a passion for driving, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Transport passengers safely to their destinations.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus.
- Report any mechanical issues to the maintenance team.
- Maintain the cleanliness and condition of the bus.
- Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the bus.
- Provide excellent customer service to passengers.
- Keep accurate records of routes and passenger counts.
- Manage time effectively to adhere to the schedule.
- Handle emergencies and provide assistance as needed.
- Enforce rules and regulations on the bus.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other drivers.
- Adjust routes as necessary to accommodate traffic or delays.
- Ensure a safe and orderly environment on the bus.
- Assist passengers with disabilities.
- Perform routine checks of safety equipment.
- Follow company policies and procedures.
- Attend training sessions and meetings as required.
- Provide updates and receive instructions from dispatchers.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
- Clean driving record.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience as a bus driver or in a similar role preferred.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly.
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Physical ability to assist passengers with disabilities.
- Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
- Ability to navigate various routes efficiently.
- Basic mechanical knowledge for conducting inspections.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to enforce rules and regulations.
- Willingness to attend training sessions and meetings.
- Reliable and punctual.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement?
- Can you provide a clean driving record?
- Are you able to pass a background check and drug test?
- Do you have previous experience as a bus driver or in a similar role?
- How do you handle stressful situations while driving?
- Can you describe a time when you provided excellent customer service?
- How do you ensure the safety of your passengers?
- Are you comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays?
- How do you handle mechanical issues that arise during your route?
- Can you provide an example of how you managed your time effectively to adhere to a schedule?