Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes and Expectations

Drive safely in various settings including, but not limited to, large cities, interstate, highways and rural areas.

Complete bus driver training courses, meetings or conferences through the Ohio Department of Transportation or its affiliate related to the job duties of the CATS position.

Maintain required records and handle confidential information in a professional manner.

Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with customers and promote a positive reflection of CAC and CATS.

Provide coverage as needed in the CATS office answering phones, scheduling, and dispatching.

Report hazardous road conditions to dispatcher.

Assist with training new staff as assigned by the Transportation Operations Manager.

Proficiency with use of tablet, iPad, and commercial 2-way radio

Accountable for mandatory daily pre-trip inspection of vehicles they are preparing to operate.

Keep assigned vehicle neat and clean at all times. Vehicles are to be sanitized and disinfected each time the bus is emptied and every evening once vehicle is returned to base. Complete bus/vehicle washing and detailing as assigned.

Responsible for filling out defective equipment reports making sure these reports are taken care of promptly and appropriately; informing appropriate personnel, Transit Operations Manager or Vehicle Mechanic of any required maintenance.

Minimum Requirements…

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Ohio Driver’s License, clean driving record, insurable under agency policy.

Completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal background check.

Must pass DOT physical examination.

First Aid, CPR, and Bloodborne Pathogen training within six (6) months of employment

Preference given to individuals with driving and/or transportation experience.

Must be able to lift 40 pounds and be able to push and pull those requiring assistance with mobile devices.

May be exposed to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and parasites.

Variable weather driving conditions.

Position will be required to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.

Occasional evening and weekend travel/work is required.