GENERAL PURPOSE: Transports City of Loveland residents, which includes seniors, persons with disabilities, general public, and students in a skillful, caring, responsible and safe manner. This position reports to the Transit Manager.
The salary range for this position is
$22.24- $30.03 per hour with a
hiring range of $22.24 - $26.13, depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will remain open until filled. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Provides superior customer service to a diverse population of clients
- Safely transports passengers either in transit or paratransit vehicles.
- Assures all passengers are treated in a respectful, friendly manner, while encouraging a safe environment.
- Performs daily pre-trip maintenance vehicle inspections and records the results on a VIR. (Vehicle Inspection Report) and communicates any vehicle deficiency to the dispatcher.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: - May be assigned to bus cleaning rotation which consists of moving buses into the shop facility, loose item collection, exterior window cleaning (time permitting), exterior mirror cleaning and running the bus through the bus wash (weather permitting).
Core Competencies: Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, skills and abilities: - Superior customer service skills
- Make sound judgments and exhibit patience and empathy when dealing with stressful situations
- Follow verbal and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a positive, friendly and professional manner with passengers, staff and the general public
- Safely operate all COLT transit vehicles, operate controls, pedals, levers and switches found on transit vehicles, read gauge and assess the safe operational condition of vehicles
- Assist passengers in getting on and off transit vehicles.
- Safely operate a wheelchair lift
- Perform light recordkeeping
Education and/or experience: Previous experience related to transporting passengers and/or working with the
disabled is highly desirable.
Licensure and/or certifications: Must hold:
- A valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's license with P passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions.
or
- Class A or B CDL with passenger endorsement permit by the start date and obtain P passenger endorsement within 2 months of hire.
or
- Class A or B CDL learner’s permit with passenger endorsement permit by the start date and obtain a class B CDL with a P passenger endorsement within 2 months of hire.
COLT will provide necessary training to obtain class B Commercial Driver’s license with passenger endorsement.
Must hold:
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid
or
- Obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of hire date
COLT will provide necessary training.
Material and equipment directly used: Transit vehicles; various wheelchair devices; two-way radio; maps
Working conditions and physical requirements: Performs duties primarily inside the vehicles and could remain in a sitting position for extended periods of time. Requires stopping of vehicles frequently, often in heavy traffic. Often required to assist disabled passengers to enter and depart vehicles by using a lift or ramp systems. Must possess the physical strength and stamina to push, pull and assist non ambulatory passengers on and off vehicles. Vision to perform functions such as operate buses on streets/roads while complying with all traffic regulations and laws. Hearing and speech to communicate positively with passengers, dispatcher, and office staff. Able to effectively respond to dispatched information over a two-way radio. Manual dexterity to coordinate the limbs simultaneously to operate controls, pedals, levers and switches on all City of Loveland transit vehicles. Ability to pull, push, stoop, kneel, reach, and position passengers in wheelchairs that may weigh as much as 300 pounds and work up to 10 hours consecutively with limited breaks.
Considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.)
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!
In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.
Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.
A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!
Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes: - Retirement - 457 employee funded plan
- Medical Leave - Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit
E-Verify.gov for more information.
A driving record and criminal history background check, including a criminal sex offender search, will be obtained pre-employment. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post-offer drug screening and previous employer safety performance request.
