564 - Transit Operator (NON-CDL) P/T
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City of Brownsville
Brownsville, TX, US
Summary
The Transit Operator is responsible for safely operating city vehicles on prescribed downtown routes while adhering to strict time schedules. They must also provide friendly customer service, assist passengers with boarding, and perform daily vehicle inspections.
Job Description
Title: 564 - Transit Operator (NON-CDL) P/T
Organization: B-Metro: Paratransit Services
Department: Paratransit Services
Location: Brownsville Metro
Rate of Pay: $14.50
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Job Summary The Transit Operator P/T (Non-CDL) operates city vehicle on downtown circular with prescribed time schedules and supports other non-CDL transit services as needed. The employee is responsible for providing safe, dependable, and on-time transportation services to the public in a courteous and friendly manner. The Transit Operator P/T (Non-CDL) must strictly adhere to all applicable state and local traffic laws, regulations, safety rules, policies, and procedures to ensure the well-being of all passengers. |
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Competencies • Trust |
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Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills • Safely operates a city vehicle on assigned downtown circular in all types of weather, traffic, and operating conditions. Work schedules may include mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, split shifts and after-hours including midnight services. |
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Minimum Education & Experience Requires High School diploma or GED. |
Special Certifications & Licenses
Valid Texas Driver’s License Class C.
Independence & Judgement
Average judgement; must recognize and resolve problems such as bad grammar, type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination. May involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules
Initiative & Ingenuity
Low chance for error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: not demanded to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.
Supervisory & Responsibility
Does not supervise.
Financial Responsibility
Does not deal with money.
Level & Frequency of Outside Contact
Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.
Physical Demands
Light physical effort. May require brief periods of muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 20lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.
Responsibility for Equipment & Property
Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; use of a City vehicle.
Working Conditions
Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to outdoor elements is brief.
Other Requirements
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.
ADA Requirements
The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Benefits
No Benefits available for part-time positions.
EEOC Statements
The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Brownsville is located at the southernmost tip of Texas, and is the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a population approaching 200,000. It is the 2nd most historic city in the Lone Star State, making it rich in history and unique in beauty. Brownsville is a city full of life with over 70 miles of resacas (oxbow lakes) and over 100 miles of walk, hike, and bike trails that make up part of the 428-mile Caracara Trails regional network. It is home of the one and only Charro Days Festival and the Gladys Porter Zoo. Brownsville is the gateway to the future with the only deep-water port located on the U.S.-Mexico Border and the newest international airport terminal in the region. As the latest New Space City, Brownsville’s space ecosystem is growing with SpaceX, Spaced Ventures, and Space Channel. Brownsville, Texas is located On the Border, By the Sea, and Beyond!
Founded
1848
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Brownsville, TX
Brownsville is located at the southernmost tip of Texas, and is the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a population approaching 200,000. It is the 2nd most historic city in the Lone Star State, making it rich in history and unique in beauty. Brownsville is a city full of life with over 70 miles of resacas (oxbow lakes) and over 100 miles of walk, hike, and bike trails that make up part of the 428-mile Caracara Trails regional network. It is home of the one and only Charro Days Festival and the Gladys Porter Zoo. Brownsville is the gateway to the future with the only deep-water port located on the U.S.-Mexico Border and the newest international airport terminal in the region. As the latest New Space City, Brownsville’s space ecosystem is growing with SpaceX, Spaced Ventures, and Space Channel. Brownsville, Texas is located On the Border, By the Sea, and Beyond!
Founded
1848
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Brownsville, TX
