Transit Driver

Salary: $18.75 Per Hour 

The work is normally reviewed in progress and upon completion of each assignment to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; most aspects of the work tasks are covered by detailed instructions or procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspects vehicles daily to include: tires, gas, oil, water, brake and transmission levels, to ensure safety of operation.
• Performs safety checks on vehicles to include: operable brake lights, turn signals, tire pressure, spare tire, first aid kit, and emergency road kit.
• Checks the condition on all operating parts of vehicles, to include: tires, lights, brakes, windshield wipers and arranges for repairs as needed.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness by washing and cleaning as needed.
• Provides transportation for individuals to and from designated locations, safely and efficiently.
• Assists passengers as needed.
• Transports passengers irrespective of weather, traffic and road conditions.
• Maintains log or schedule of activities as required.
• Maintains accurate documentation related to mileage, consumption of gas, oil, route details and other service related products.
• Prepares and completes vehicle reports as required; documents vehicle issues.
• Participates in in-service training as required.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Tohono O’odham culture, customs, and traditions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of rules of the road and road signage.
• Knowledge of the Tohono O’odham Nation’s district roads and routes.
• Skill in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
• Skill in driving through all traffic and weather conditions.
• Ability to drive safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools in performing minor maintenance on assigned vehicles.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Ability to travel within the interior/exterior boundaries of the Tohono O’odham Nation.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma and six months work experience as a driver, or an equivalent combination of work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work duties.