PT BUS OPERATOR

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is hiring professional, customer-friendly Bus Operators for full-time positions in Decatur, GA. Interested candidates can attend a career fair on January 16, 2024. Applicants must be at least 21, possess a high school diploma, and have customer service experience. A valid Georgia Class C License is required, with CDL preferred. Responsibilities include safely driving buses, assisting passengers, and maintaining a safe work environment.
MARTA IS SEEKING PROFESSIONAL, CUSTOMER FRIENDLY BUS OPERATORS!

FULL TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY!

Bus Operator Career Fair

Thursday, 01/16/24, 1pm - 5pm

MARTA Headquarters, 2424 Piedmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30324

Dress Code Business Casual

Please copy and paste the below link in your browser to register.

https://forms.office.com/g/UMtMC2ifP7

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn to evaluate its general operation condition.
• Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn the motor vehicle code for the State of Georgia.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse members of the public are essential. At least one year of direct customer service and/or prior commercial bus, taxi or limousine driving experience is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Class C License Holders: A current valid State of Georgia issued Class C License with no more than 3 points (with no probation). Individuals hired with a valid Class C License will be required to obtain a CDL permit with "P" endorsement within the first two weeks of employment, with training provided.
• CDL Holders (Preferred): A current valid State of Georgia issued CDL license [Class A or B with a Passenger ("P") endorsement]
• CDL Permit Holders: A current valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner's (CDL) Permit (Class A or B with a "P" endorsement) is required. Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner's Permit, must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B with a Passenger endorsement within the allotted three (3) weeks of the Bus Operator Candidate's Training Program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• A maximum of one (1) moving violation with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a 24-month period.
• No DUI violations within the last 5 years.
• Dependable transportation to report to work.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants' knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

1. Drives and operates a commercial passenger bus, transporting passengers to and from scheduled stops, announcing major stops, transfer points, other announcements as requested/required. Collects proper fares and validates passes and identification cards, utilizing electronic fare registering and collection equipment. Exercises reasonable care in the handling of funds and other valuables, to include proper reporting of lost articles. Courteously provide schedule, route, and fare information to passengers seeking assistance.

2. Assists disabled passengers in boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner. Operates wheelchair lifts or scooters and secure equipment of affected passengers in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

3. Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment at all times. Conducts routine bus inspections of assigned vehicle before and after daily run (pre-trip and post trip inspections) in conformance with all applicable safety and operation procedures. Documents inspection findings. Promptly engages Bus Operations Control Center (BCC) MARTA Police in cases of passenger unruly conduct and/or any threat to passenger or safety of self.

4. Prepares and submits accident and incident reports in a timely manner utilizing proper forms and in accordance with established guidelines.

5. Uses Bus phone and logs into the Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) to communicate with equipment failures, schedule delays, hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and passenger loading zones, to include such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction, potential criminal activity, etc.

6. Performs other assigned tasks as requested.

(These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive, and do not include marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the essential job functions.)

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:

All internal applicants will have a record evaluation check to determine whether they are eligible to advance to the interview process. Candidates will be automatically disqualified for consideration if their employment record for the twelve (12) months preceding the date of the posting reflects any of the following:
• A combined total of no more than three (3) occurrences and/or lose outs (tardies)
• No instances of absence without leave (AWOL)
• No disciplinary actions
• No valid customer complaints
• Employee has not successfully completed probationary period

NOTE: Record evaluation will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate.

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

Classification - Represented

Salary - $20.60