Bus Operator



Job Details

Bus Operator
Employer

TriMet

Salary

$16.62 - $30.19 Hourly

Location

Assigned Garage to be determined, OR

Job Type

Union MRO

Job Number

17-00125

Department1

Transportation (Union)

Division1

Bus Transportation Center Street

Opening Date

09/08/2017

Description

Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient bus transportation service for residents and visitors in the TriMet service area.  Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Essential Functions

1.  Prepare bus for operation by performing pre-trip safety inspection.  Monitor the ongoing condition of the vehicle during operation.

2.  Operate a bus on specified route(s) according to established time schedules.  Follow District rules and policies, obey traffic laws, and remain knowledgeable regarding any changes in same.

3.  Develop and practice defensive driving skills to prevent vehicle or passenger accidents.  In the event of an accident or emergency, assist passengers to assure their safety.

4.  Monitor and initiate two-way radio calls, reporting any unusual conditions such as accidents, passenger incidents or traffic problems promptly.

5.  Provide accurate information to customers regarding fares, routes, schedules and operating rules.  Announce major streets, transfer points, and points of interest as required.  Maintain courteous and professional demeanor with customers at all times.

6.  Assist disabled passengers with boarding and exiting the bus.  Secure wheelchair clamps or safety belts as may be required.

7.  Provide verbal and written reports to District supervisors and management regarding route, safety, schedule, fare, and operational problems or concerns.

8.  Assist in the instruction of student operators for route orientation and further development of the student's operating skills.

9.  Prepare required paperwork, such as lost and found tags, accident/incident reports, and bus defect reports

 

Position Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

Possess a valid and active driver's license for the past three (3) years. Ability to secure Oregon or Washington CDL Class "B" license with "P" endorsement and no Air Brake restriction.

Safe driving record meeting the established criteria:

Traffic Violations/Accidents
Serious violations, which appear on the driving record, will disqualify an applicant from consideration for a period of ten (10) years.
Less serious violations will disqualify an applicant from consideration if they occurred in the last three (3) years.

Suspensions
A suspended driver's license for longer than three months (90 days) in the past three (3) years will disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Ability to pass the required post-offer job-related physical and drug screen for this position.

Selection Criteria

1.     Ability to demonstrate/develop strong customer service/interpersonal skills to provide positive interactions with customers, problem-solving and customer assistance.

2.     Ability to work with the public in a variety of situations while performing several tasks simultaneously.

3.     Ability to use independent judgment and make decisions without direct supervision.

4.     Ability to develop and maintain defensive driving skills and operate a transit bus in a safe and efficient manner, as demonstrated during training period.

5.     Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

6.     Willingness and ability to work various hours, including early morning and late night shifts; split shifts; weekends and holidays; and split days off.

7.     Ability to report to work regularly and on time.

8.    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and the general public, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, the elderly, persons with disabilities, and/or other vulnerable populations.


Type of Position /Grade/FLSA:
Union, Non-Exempt, Minimum starting wage: $16.62- $30.19.  The hourly rate is $14.68 for the six-week training program; then increases to $16.62 hourly. Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.  Regular Part-time: Minimum 25 hours per week.


Selection Process – Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:  
   
1. Application Review/Work Record Review
        
2. Driving Record Review - Upon submitting your application, you are required to submit a DMV report from every state (except Oregon) where you have held a driver's license in the past ten (10) years. Refer to online instructions to download and attach documents to your application or fax documents to (503) 962- 3477 or (503) 503-962-7440.

3. Verification of High School diploma or GED
        
4. Supplemental Tests
        
5. Panel Interview
        
6. Criminal Background Check / Reference Check
        
7. Drug Screening
     
8. Medical Examination



Supplemental Information: 
Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. And be encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.
 
Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

 If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly and people with disabilities

Full-Time and Mini-Run Operator (MRO) 
Union Employee Benefits

Medical Plan Options
  • Regence Union PPO 80/20 - Deductible: $300 Individual/$900 Family; Office Visit: 20%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $2,300 Individual/$6,900 Family; Prescription Drugs: $10 Generic/$25 or 20% Formulary/50% Non-formulary. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
  • Regence Union PPO 90/10 - Deductible: $150 Individual/$300 Family; Office Visit: 10%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $1,650 Individual/$4,950 Family; Prescription Drugs: $5 Generic/$15 or 20% Formulary/50% Non-formulary. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
  • Regence Union Health Savings Account (HSA) - Deductible: $1,500 Individual/$3,000 Family; Office Visit: 20%, after deductible; Out-of-Pocket Max: $5,000 Individual/$10,000 Family; Prescription Drugs: 20%, after deductible. Benefits listed are for in-network, preferred providers.
  • Kaiser Permanente HMO - No deductible; Office Visit: $10 copay; Out-of-Pocket Max: $600 Individual/$1,200 Family; Prescription Drugs: $10 copay.
All medical plans include prescription drug and vision coverage.
 
Dental Plan Options
  • Delta Dental of Oregon, provided by Moda - Preventive Services paid at: 100%; Basic Services paid at: 80%; Major Services paid at: 50%; $2,000 max benefit per person/year; Orthodontia paid at: 50% to $3,000 lifetime max/person.
  • Kaiser Dental - $10 Copay; Preventive Services paid at: 100%; Basic Services paid at: 80%; Major Services paid at: 50%; $2,000 max benefit per person/year; Orthodontia paid at: 50% to $3,000 lifetime max/person.
Coverage Effective Date
Full-time Employees - Medical, vision, prescription, and dental coverage is effective the first of the month following your date of employment.
Mini-run Operators - Medical, vision, prescription, and dental benefits are effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Medical and Dental Rates

Effective January 1, 2018
Regence Union 90/10 PPO
Employee: $ 89.20
Employee & Spouse: $ 187.40
Employee & Child(ren): $ 156.16
Employee & Family: $ 249.82

Regence Union 80/20 PPO
Employee: $ 40.16
Employee & Spouse: $ 84.34
Employee & Child(ren): $ 70.28
Employee & Family: $ 112.46

Regence Union HSA
Employee: $ 0.00
Employee & Spouse: $ 0.00
Employee & Child(ren): $ 0.00
Employee & Family: $ 0.00

Regence Union HSA Employer Contribution
Employee: $ 116.94
Employee & Spouse: $ 245.60
Employee & Child(ren): $ 204.72
Employee & Family: $ 327.62

Kaiser Permanente HMO
Employee: $ 36.10
Employee & Spouse: $ 72.18
Employee & Child(ren): $ 64.96
Employee & Family: $ 108.28

Delta Dental of Oregon
Employee: $ 2.92
Employee & Spouse: $ 5.52
Employee & Child(ren): $ 5.54
Employee & Family: $ 8.32

Kaiser Dental
Employee: $ 2.52
Employee & Spouse: $ 4.60
Employee & Child(ren): $ 5.04
Employee & Family: $ 7.22

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
TriMet employees have access to the EAP through Cascade Centers.  The EAP is a free, confidential resource available to help employees (and their household members) with life's everyday issues.  It also provides many other services including, but not limited to: counseling sessions, webinars, financial coaching, home ownership program, and online access to a wealth of information and resources.

Wellness Program
TriMet supports health and wellness through our Wellness Matters Program.  Annual wellness offerings include: onsite biometric screening and flu shot clinics.

Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Care Spending Account - Allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for medical, vision, and dental expenses not covered by their health plan.
  • Dependent Care Spending Account - Allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care expenses.  
  • Limited Flexible Spending Account - Allows employees enrolled in the Regence HSA plan to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for vision and dental expenses not covered by their health plan.
Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability/Extended Sick Leave
Union Mini-run Operators
Weekly Benefit Amount: $90
All Other Union Employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Benefit Amount: $150
Long-term Disability/Permanent Disability
Refer to the Working & Wage Agreement for information on permanent disability.

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - TriMet provides Basic Life and AD&D Insurance to assist employees and their families in the event of death or dismemberment.  These benefits are fully paid by TriMet.
Union Mini-run Operators
Benefit Amount: $18, 250
All Other Union Employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Benefit Amount: $25,000

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and their child(ren).  Employees pay the full cost for this insurance and must elect coverage for themselves in order to elect coverage for their dependents.
 
Pension
Defined Contribution Plan 401(a)
TriMet provides a defined contribution pension plan to employees. TriMet deposits the equivalent of 8 percent of an employee's base pay into an investment account each pay period. The employee also has the option of contributing up to 15 percent of his/her base pay pre-tax to the account each pay period. The employee directs the investment of the employee's individual account. The employee is vested in the account after three years of service.
 
Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)
A Deferred Compensation Plan Section 457 (a plan for public employees), allows the employee to build retirement savings with pre-tax dollars to supplement pension, Social Security and private investment.
 
Paid Leave
Refer to the Working & Wage Agreement for complete information on sick, vacation, holiday, and personal days.

Free Transit Pass
All full-time employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and eligible* dependents are eligible for a photo identification badge, which is honored as a bus/MAX pass on all lines of the District following their first 120 (one hundred twenty) calendar day probationary period.
 
Mini-run operators their spouses/domestic partners, and eligible* dependents are eligible for a photo identification badge, which is honored as a bus/MAX pass on all lines of the District following their 6 (six) month probationary period.
 
*Child dependents are eligible for a free transit pass up to age 19, or age 24 if living at home and attending school full-time.

TEI Membership
TriMet's corporate fitness center (TEI) is available to employees, and their spouse or eligible domestic partner, at five locations. Membership dues are only $13.00 per month for TriMet employees and an additional $6.00 per month for a spouse or eligible domestic partner.
 
Please note: Full Time (FT) & Mini Run Operator (MRO) employees receive a security ID badge and are eligible to join TEI immediately upon hire. The spouse or domestic partner, however, does not receive a spouse ID badge until after the employee has successfully completed their probationary period. At the end of the probationary period, TriMet spouse identification badges will be issued to the employee's spouse or eligible domestic partner at the employee's request.  Once the spouse/domestic partner receives their ID badge, they will be able to join TEI.


NOTICE: The information contained in this document is intended solely to provide general information regarding the benefits offered by TriMet.  This information is subject to change at any time.
Revised: 12/06/2017

01
How long have you been driving since you obtained your first driver's license? Applicants must have held a valid license for at least three (3) years.
  • Less than 3 years
  • 3 or more years
02
In the past three (3) years have you received any traffic violations, other than parking violations.
  • Yes
  • No
03
TriMet is required to review a complete 10 yr driving history for each applicant. Applicants are required to submit a CERTIFIED driving history from every state in which they have held a license in the past 10 years. Driving records should be faxed to 503-962.3477. TriMet will order driving records for current Oregon residents. If you held an Oregon driver's license in the past 10 yrs and are NOT a current Oregon resident, you must provide your Oregon driver's license number to TriMet so your driving record can be ordered.
  • I have held a license in a state other than Oregon in the past ten (10) years and acknowledge that I must submit a ten (10) year driving history from each state within two (2) weeks of submitting my application.
  • I have not held a license in a state other than Oregon in the past ten (10) years.
04
Please provide your current driver's license number and the state in which it was issued.
05
Please provide the date of expiration on your current driver's license
06
Part-time operators interact with hundreds of customers every day. Please describe, in detail, your experience with high volume customer service and how your experience would enable you to be successful as a bus operator. Please be as specific as possible
07
How has safety played a part in your driving? Please provide specific detailed examples of how you have established safe driving habits. Why were they successful?

* Required Question

Employer
TriMet
Address
1800 SW First Avenue Suite 300

Portland, Oregon, 97201
Phone
(503) 962-7505
Website
http://trimet.org/careers

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