Job Information
SEPTA Bus Operator / Light Rail Operator, City SEPTA in PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania
Aspects of this Position
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES
- Drives passenger vehicle while following all safety procedures for vehicle operation.
- Stops vehicles at assigned areas so that passengers can board and unload.
- Performs pre-trip inspection of vehicles.
- Announces stops to passengers.
- Assists passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus.
- Answers general questions about bus schedules or routes.
- Reports delays, passenger emergencies or accidents.
- Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
Prepares accident reports when required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience.
- No suspensions and not more than one moving violation in the last 3 years.
- Valid driver's license with no driving with a suspended/revoked license over the past 5 years.
- Ability to successfully complete standardized assessment, employment history verification and criminal background check, medical examination including drug screening, and employment interview.
- Ability to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, split days off, especially during first two years of employment.
- Required to be available for all shifts including weekends
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
CDL/CDL Permit Requirements
- If offered the position after interview candidates will be required to present either a Class B or Class A Commercial License with a Passenger endorsement with no restrictions for driving vehicles with Air Brakes
No CDL or Permit - You will be required to obtain a CDL permit (preferably Class B) no later than 2 weeks before the tentative start date.
