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Long Beach Transit, one of America's leading transit systems, has openings for full-time Coach Operators. If you enjoy working with the public, this could be an excellent opportunity to become one of our professional Coach Operators. These are good paying jobs at a stable company with an excellent benefits package. No bus driving experience necessary.
Responsibilities
Examples of job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Safely operating all types of Long Beach Transit vehicles and equipment to transport passengers over specified routes
Performing pre-trip vehicle inspections before the coach leaves the yard
Patiently exercising customer service skills
Working with disabled passengers
Preparing various reports
Current Benefit Programs
Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Company Paid Pension Plan
457b Deferred Compensation Plan
Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays
Floating Holidays (Personal Days)
Access to Credit Union Membership
Direct Deposit
Bus Pass Program
Wellness and Ergonomic Programs
On-Site Fitness Center
2008 Compensation Schedule ($10.16/Hr. during training)
After successful completion of training (1st 12 months) $ 13.25/hour
2nd 12 Months -- $14.45/hour
3rd 12 Months -- $15.66/hour
4th 12 Months -- $16.86/hour
5th 12 Months -- $18.07/hour
6th 12 Months -- $19.27/hour
7th 12 Months -- $20.48/hour
8th 12 Months -- $21.68/hour
Next 6 Months -- $22.89/hour
Thereafter -- $24.09/hour
Minimum Qualifications
Include but are not limited to, the following:
21 years of age.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations and customer service.
Demonstrated regular and successful work history.
Demonstrated excellent driving record.
Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
Must have a valid CA Class C driving license.
Class 'B' training permit.
Motor Coach Operators are subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Transit Administration, Federal Motor Carriers Administration, and the Department of Motor Vehicles, among other regulatory agencies. Candidates must be able to pass a job-related/DOT medical exam, which includes drug and alcohol testing. Employment is subject to background checks and verification.
Abilities
An example of abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ability to obtain a valid Class B, CA Commercial Driver's License with unrestricted Passenger Endorsement and Air Brakes.
Ability to maintain a professional, patient, and courteous demeanor in all situations.
Ability to work safely and to maintain a good driving record.
Ability to follow the instructions of a supervisor.
Ability to come to work regularly; attendance is an essential function of the job.
Ability to work with disabled passengers.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, hours, and days of week at either of Long Beach Transit's facilities; we are currently in service 22 hours a day/7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Application
Please visit our office at 1963 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90801, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (excluding holidays). A printable version of our employment application is located on our web-site. Please submit a copy of current (within 30 days) H-6 printout of your driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles with your completed application.
This announcement is for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be a job description. Information provided is subject to change. Hiring decisions are not based solely on the above information.
Long Beach Transit, one of America's leading transit systems, has openings for full-time Coach Operators. If you enjoy working with the public, this could be an excellent opportunity to become one of our professional Coach Operators. These are good paying jobs at a stable company with an excellent benefits package. No bus driving experience necessary.
Responsibilities
Examples of job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Safely operating all types of Long Beach Transit vehicles and equipment to transport passengers over specified routes
Performing pre-trip vehicle inspections before the coach leaves the yard
Patiently exercising customer service skills
Working with disabled passengers
Preparing various reports
Current Benefit Programs
Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Company Paid Pension Plan
457b Deferred Compensation Plan
Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays
Floating Holidays (Personal Days)
Access to Credit Union Membership
Direct Deposit
Bus Pass Program
Wellness and Ergonomic Programs
On-Site Fitness Center
2008 Compensation Schedule ($10.16/Hr. during training)
After successful completion of training (1st 12 months) $ 13.25/hour
2nd 12 Months -- $14.45/hour
3rd 12 Months -- $15.66/hour
4th 12 Months -- $16.86/hour
5th 12 Months -- $18.07/hour
6th 12 Months -- $19.27/hour
7th 12 Months -- $20.48/hour
8th 12 Months -- $21.68/hour
Next 6 Months -- $22.89/hour
Thereafter -- $24.09/hour
Minimum Qualifications
Include but are not limited to, the following:
21 years of age.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations and customer service.
Demonstrated regular and successful work history.
Demonstrated excellent driving record.
Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
Must have a valid CA Class C driving license.
Class 'B' training permit.
Motor Coach Operators are subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Transit Administration, Federal Motor Carriers Administration, and the Department of Motor Vehicles, among other regulatory agencies. Candidates must be able to pass a job-related/DOT medical exam, which includes drug and alcohol testing. Employment is subject to background checks and verification.
Abilities
An example of abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ability to obtain a valid Class B, CA Commercial Driver's License with unrestricted Passenger Endorsement and Air Brakes.
Ability to maintain a professional, patient, and courteous demeanor in all situations.
Ability to work safely and to maintain a good driving record.
Ability to follow the instructions of a supervisor.
Ability to come to work regularly; attendance is an essential function of the job.
Ability to work with disabled passengers.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, hours, and days of week at either of Long Beach Transit's facilities; we are currently in service 22 hours a day/7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Application
Please visit our office at 1963 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90801, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (excluding holidays). A printable version of our employment application is located on our web-site. Please submit a copy of current (within 30 days) H-6 printout of your driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles with your completed application.
This announcement is for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be a job description. Information provided is subject to change. Hiring decisions are not based solely on the above information.
Long Beach Transit is an equal opportunity employer and in compliance with federal and state laws, does not discriminate in employment practice on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender expression or sex.
