Position: RYDE Transit Driver
Location: Kearney Buffalo County
Position Summary: RYDE Transit Drivers offer safe and timely curbside pick-up and delivery of riders.
Responsibilities:
Safe and defensive operation of transit vehicles.
Adherence to all laws governing the operations of motor vehicles in the state of Nebraska.
Safety of all passengers: enforcement of all policies pertaining to the safe and efficient operations of transit vehicles.
Customer service agent for the agency.
Tasks and Duties:
Operate vehicles in transit service, within and between cities.
Provide safe transportation for the general public.
Provide short term and long term preventative maintenance and service including, but not limited to: checking and filling fluids, performing pre and post trip inspections as directed and cleaning, as needed.
Prepare, maintain, and submit in a timely fashion, reports as needed by various agency departments.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Nebraska Driver’s license. CDL not required.
Excellent driving record.
Must pass a pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screen.
Must pass pre-employment and annual background checks.
Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel and lift.
Required Skills:
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and multi-task.
Promote a positive and enthusiastic image.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the general public as well as with other agency employees.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills.
Schedule/Hours: Looking for substitute drivers. Substitutes as needed to cover vacations and Illnesses. All hours are Monday – Friday, 6am to 6pm.
Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour. Benefits are not available for this position.
For more information call (308) 865-5677 and ask for Charles or Mitch.