CDL Driver - Part-Time

Dunn County Transit is looking to fill a part-time CDL Driver to help transport citizens in the Menomonie area. The CDL Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently operating commercial vehicles to transport passengers along designated local routes for Dunn County Public Transit. To provide a welcoming and safe environment for all riders, while adhering to all traffic regulations.  The CDL Driver also inspects and maintains county buses as needed.

The anticipated starting wage is between $18.53/hr and $19.56/hr. 

**In addition to hourly rate, part-time positions will receive $2.50 per hour in lieu of fringe rate.** 

Primary Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position.   Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Drives assigned on-demand and fixed bus routes
• Provides safe and time-critical operation of shuttle and bus services
• Ensures vehicles are clean and ready, performing cleaning including picking up garbage, sweeping, mopping, and washing the bus as necessary
• Performs a thorough pre and post trip inspection to ensure bus mechanical integrity and safety readiness 
• Collaborate with dispatcher to account for all cash receipts
• Fuel and wash buses per the individual route schedules
• Greet riders to establish rapport and a positive riding experience
• Assist riders in getting on and off the vehicle, using wheelchair lift and securement as needed
• Resolve rider complaints in a positive manner
• Report problems and challenges to supervisor as needed
• Properly utilize equipment: Rear lifts, wheelchair lifts, powered service doors, bus kneeling systems, digital surveillance camera system, tire pressure gauges, two way radios, wheelchair restraint systems
• Attend regular safety meetings and training sessions to stay updated on industry regulations, driving techniques, and emergency procedures
• Provide assistance in the event of emergencies, such as accidents, breakdowns, or medical incidents, by following established protocols and contacting appropriate personnel
• Adhere to predetermined schedules and timetables, making adjustments as necessary due to traffic conditions, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances
• Comply with all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to ensure passenger safety and minimize accidents or incidents
• Performs other duties of a comparable level/type, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous CDL experience preferred

• CDL Class B License with no airbrake restrictions, Passenger endorsement required
• Fed Med Card required
• Pre-Employment Drug Testing Requirements 
• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Ability to stay focused for long periods of time
• Knowledge of safe driving practices, per state and federal guidelines
• Knowledge of computer operation and use including but not limited to Ecolane MDT Route Dispatching Software and Google Forms
• Ability to apply and follow department and/or county transit operations, procedures and methods
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships
• Ability to follow Dunn County policies and procedures including those pertaining to confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize and organize job assignments
• Ability to manage time effectively, manage multiple projects, and complete work within established deadlines
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other staff members, supervisors, and the general public in written and verbal form
• English skills (oral, written and comprehension) sufficient to effectively communicate with all internal and external customers

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions
• Must have ability to work accurately with attention to detail

• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages

Physical and Work Environment

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.  Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor or Human Resources.  
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical effort will typically require infrequent exertion of objects weighing up to 25 pounds 
• Work frequently requires sitting; occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, using hand dexterity, squatting, crouching, kneeling, bending, repetitive hand and foot movements, pushing, pulling, and reaching above the shoulder
• Work frequently requires speaking, hearing, and vision 

• Work generally occurs in the assigned vehicle, which is a moderately noisy location
• Work occasionally will be at the county shuttle garage and the attached office
• Work may include interactions with irritated or agitated individuals