Transit Driver/Dispatcher

Position Summary:

The Bus Driver/Dispatcher provides transportation to Becker County residents and dispatches bus trips and routes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Driver:

• Completes pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection. Reports vehicle problems to the dispatcher.
• Operates transit bus in town and rural areas.
• Provides passenger assistance as needed.
  • Operates hydraulic lift for wheelchair passengers and assists passengers with walkers.
  • Assists individuals on and off the bus as needed or requested.
  • Secures wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize them.
• Operation of bus equipment included, but not limited to: wheelchair lift, two-way radios, tablets, tie-downs, fire extinguisher, heating and cooling systems, etc.
• Maintains radio contact with dispatcher to insure a safe, efficient, and timely delivery of the public to their destinations.
• Cleans and sanitizes buses. Cleans snow and water from bus stall and performs other light cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Adheres to County, OSHA, and MnDOT safety requirements.
• Promotes transit and its services.
• Provides persons with directions and guidance, is courteous and patient, and resolves problems when able.

Dispatcher:

• Responds to customer phone calls and schedules rides.
• Organizes routes by GPS and locations to provide drivers with the most efficient routes.
• Maintains communication with drivers via two-way radio.
• Performs basic office tasks.

• Attends trainings and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.