Bus Driver- Group Interviews
Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Utah Transit AuthorityJob Summary*NO CDL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO
APPLY*Our bus operators are the face of UTA! Safety and excellent
customer service are the top priority for this position and UTA is
working diligently to identify and hire the best and brightest for
this critical role. We will teach you everything you need to know
about how to operate UTA passenger buses and keep customers and
equipment safe. Enjoy performing standard pre-trip/post-trip
vehicle inspections, communicating information to the dispatch
center, customers and supervisors, answer questions from customers
and others, collect passenger fare, and follow UTA guidelines,
operating rules and procedures. If you are seeking a long-term,
fulfilling career, consider becoming a Bus Operator for UTA.
Opportunities for advancement are impressive, benefits are
incredible, and the security of knowing you work for a highly
successful and stable organization in service to the community
brings a sense of peace, belonging, and progress. Minimum
QualificationsEDUCATION/TRAININGCompletion of UTAsPAID Bus Operator
Training/Certification Program, including passing all required
exams.EXPERIENCEOne year in a customer service role with ability to
solve problems and resolve customer inquiries.At least 21 years of
age.Safe driver with a valid driver license and no more than 2
moving violations in the past 3 years.No convictions for driving
under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10
years.Familiar with the Wasatch Front is preferred but not
required.Obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT)
medical card(paid by UTA)Pass the written Class B CDL test, with
Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsement tests prior to the start of
thepaid training programCommunicate with supervisors and customers
and maintain good interpersonal relations, both orally and over the
radioRead and understand training materials, operating manuals and
operating and safety rules directivesPrepare legible written
reports of incidents and accidentsOperate any and all passenger
buses safelyReport for assigned shift on timeMeet schedule demands,
scheduled shifts, and scheduled departuresPerform the physical
requirements of the job to include regular walking, floor to waist
lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally/carrying upto 15 lbs
occasionally, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching,
balancing, bending, and prolonged periods of sitting and
standingThis job requires regular and predictable attendance.- OR
-An equivalent combination or relevant education and
experience.UTAs benefits package for full-time operators includes:
Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term
disability insurance (eligible after 60 days of employment), with
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Benefit plans
include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit
required for coverage). Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for
medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners,
and dependent 14 days of accrued paid time off (9 personal days and
5 vacation days) for the first year of employment, and 19 days of
accrued paid time off (9 personal days and 10 vacation days) after
the first year of employment. 10 paid holidays, additional floating
holidays will be awarded with tenure at Retirement options -
Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution
Plan, available for contributions after Operator training
graduation and company Generous tuition reimbursement for higher
education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor,
master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to
enrollment. Training, development, and career advancement Paid
parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12
months of employment). Free transit passes for employees, their
spouses, and their dependent Employee assistance program includes
counseling, legal services, financial planning, UTA Well a
comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and
dependents in their health and wellness Free on-site fitness
facilities and discounted membership to VASA For more information
on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit:
https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits Pay Rate: $20.00/hr
training for up to nine (9) weeks. $24.03/hr after training with
guaranteed pay increases every six months for the next four years
up to $28.28/hrLocation: Salt Lake County ONLYClose Date: July
31st, 2024 by 5:59 pm* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal
Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans,
sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and
people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants
needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human
Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays notice prior
to the need for the accommodation is required.*Utah Transit
Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and
alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All
offers for employment are contingent upon a successful
pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a
non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident
testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees
are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.PM21
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