National BTW (Behind the Wheel) Trainer and Relief Operators
Job description
About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems. We empower freedom to move every day, thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 13,500 across ninety locations nationally and is part of the Transdev group of companies which operate across the globe with 83,000 employeesTransdev is seeking BTW Trainer/Relief Operators to perform operator, training, and relief duties. This role requires 100% travel. Successful candidates become trainer certified by TAPCO.
This unique opportunity pays $28.00-$32.00 per hour with an added per diem. Hotel stays are provided (for travel over 60 miles or 1 hour.) Health benefits are not included with this position.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct services for local GMs and Safety Managers in need of BTW, Classroom, or Closed Course Training support
- Perform work as a relief driver in instance of operator
- Trains operators to arrive and sign in on time; working hours as scheduled; wear clean, neat uniforms; act as a professional operator
- Trains operators on picking up and discharging passengers at designated bus stops safely, regulating heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of passengers
- Trains operators on fare collection procedures; guarding against fare/transfer abuse
- Trains operators on reporting all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to dispatch office immediately; submitting written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required
- Trains operators to accurately complete ll reports
- Trains operators to follow rules and regulations of the Company Trains operators to adheres to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); correctly operates wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by the customer
- Trains operators to provide transit information to passengers as needed
- Other duties as required
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must have a good driving record
- Previous bus or other heavy-duty vehicle driving experience preferred
- Minimum of 1.5 years of operator or training experience required
Education, Licensing, and Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED
- Must possess a valid Class B or higher Commercial driver’s license
- Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement
Skills and Knowledge:
Good motor skills, hearing, and accurate color perception- Ability to apply proper driving procedures
- Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations, policies, and routes
- Ability to assist handicapped passengers when needed
- Basic math and writing skills
- Good communication skills
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Drug testing (including cannabis) and background check- Testing related to job requirements
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed- Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic
- Must be able to work in all types of weather
- Lifting, pulling and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position. Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
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