FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH
809 Pioneer Road  P.O. Box 71267 Fairbanks, Alaska 99707-1267
POSITION CLASSIFICATION
(907) 459-1000
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
AND
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(10/11/16)
POSITION TITLE: Transit Driver - Van Tran
SALARY:
Driver ExtraBoard
ExtraBoard Non scheduled
STATUS:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Mon - Sat Salary: Training
Rate $12.50 per hour; Van Tran
Driver Rate $21.09/hr Transit
Driver rate $27.04/hr
CLOSING DATE: 10/19/16 9 PM
TR-901-1F
PCN:
UNION STATUS: 02 Laborers 942
POSITIONS SUPERVISED:
None
REPORTS TO:
Transit Supervisor
BASIC FUNCTION:
Extraboard Bus drivers employed by the FNSB Metropolitan area Commuter System
(MACS) are responsible for the efficient operation of transit buses and vans to
provide safe, timely, and courteous public transportation, and perform all the
functions of the Van Tran Extraboard position, including backfill for Customer Service
Representatives. Pay rate is established based upon the salary schedules for the job
being performed.
Transit Extraboards also assist in performing routine servicing and cleaning functions
on vehicles and related equipment. Perform janitorial functions for the facilities and
grounds of the Transportation Maintenance Garage, Bus Shelters, and portions of
the Transit Center.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
1.
Responsible for the operation of transit buses and vans ranging in size from 1048 passenger capacity on urban and rural road systems under severe arctic
climatic conditions a major portion of the year, and for knowing and obeying all
local and State traffic laws and employer work rules. Van Tran duties include
the safe operation of an 11 passenger van and providing door to door
assistance for its clients.
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2.
Performs preliminary vehicle inspections before, during, and at the conclusion
of work shift to assure that all lighting systems are operational, tires are
properly inflated, and that engine gauges are within normal limits. Immediately
reports irregularities and damage to supervisor or shop personnel, and
maintains accurate vehicle operations logs.
3.
Responsible for maintaining route schedule, stopping at all designated pick-up
points, providing passenger information, assisting passengers in boarding and
disembarking as needed, accountable for fare collection, timely reporting of
incidents/accidents, and completion of documentation required by procedures
and/or supervisory instructions.
4.
As Transit Servicer:
5.
Performs routine preventative servicing on Borough vehicles to include, but not
limited to fueling, maintaining fluid levels (engine oil, radiator, transmission,
etc.), checking tire pressures, bleeding air tanks and other similar tasks.
6.
Cleans the inside and outside of vehicles including windows, seats, dash
panels and floor.
7.
Operate all vehicles in the fleet, ranging from passenger cars to large
passenger buses.
8.
Assists the mechanics in non-technical shop functions, and as mechanics
helper as needed.
9.
Keeps track of all maintenance related actions by logging entries in the proper
records. Perform dispatch function for drivers during non-staffed periods.
10.
Perform janitorial duties in the garage, facilities and grounds, to include
cleaning floors, trash collection and snow removal. Regularly clean bus
shelters. Perform minor facility maintenance. On a back up basis, may perform
other cleaning such as restrooms, fixtures, vacuuming, etc.
11.
Secure the property by securing doors and gates.
12.
May be assigned to other tasks compatible with primary job classification.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
One (1) year recent professional experience as a commercial driver operating
gasoline/diesel powered buses of at least 20,000 GW; or, any combination of
experience and formal driver training that demonstrates competency to fulfill
performance requirements and responsibilities. Must have and maintain at all
times a valid commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B with passenger and
air brake endorsements. Must meet insurance standards and maintain
insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is
used for Borough business, proof of automobile insurance at statutory limits
must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE
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REQUIRED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.)
2.
Minimum 21 years of age at the time of hire.
3.
Must possess good communication skills. Ability to comprehend and apply
supervisory instruction, and complete required reports.
4.
Must possess the ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public at all
times, using proper judgment when to refuse service or call for assistance.
5.
Demonstrated knowledge of the care, maintenance and safe operation of
assigned equipment.
6.
Must be able to meet prescribed physical standards of the job. Primary normal
physical demands associated with position involve:
A) Maintain in a fixed sitting position for up to 1 1/2 hours on a regular basis.
B) Job may require lifting capability of 26-50 lbs.; twisting of the body trunk,
crawling, squatting or climbing. Job requires driver to push, pull wheelchair with
patrons weighting 300+ pounds from door to van, and maneuver wheelchair
inside the van to properly secure the wheelchair to the van.
C) If applicants are fitted with prosthetic device, artificial limbs, they must be
able to exert sufficient dexterity so as to maintain control of the vehicle in
emergency conditions.
D) Driver functions involve normal arm/shoulder strength, full use of legs to
operate foot controls, and the use of mirrors demands physical ability to move
the head a maximum of 30 degrees left and right.
7.
Experience with computerized data entry systems and personal computer
applications.
8.
Prefer experience with basic preventative maintenance on buses and other
equipment.
9.
Experience and knowledge of proper 2-way radio procedures preferred.
10.
Must have (or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment) and maintain a
DOT Medical Examiners Certificate.
11.
This position falls under the Borough’s Blood Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure
Control Program as it is reasonable anticipated that infrequent exposure to
blood or other bodily fluids may occur while performing some job duties
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12.
This position requires a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
13.
A PROFICIENCY TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED.
THE BOROUGH HAS ESTABLISHED THE GOAL OF A 100 PERCENT DRUG-AND-ALCOHOL-FREE
WORKPLACE. APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO DRUG TESTING PRIOR TO
EMPLOYMENT AND WILL BE SUBJECT TO FURTHER DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING
THROUGHOUT THEIR PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT.
JOB CONTACTS:
Ordinary business contact with employees in own division and continuous routine
public contact.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Does not supervise; experiences minor passenger problems daily and occasional
major ones that require supervisor help and instruction.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Field work involving driving; there is a major accident/hazard risk and disagreeable
conditions on a somewhat continuous basis; requires short periods of moderate
lifting, pushing or pulling (26-50 lbs.). Maintain a fix sitting position for up to 90
minutes on a regular basis, and occasionally up to 2 hours.
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online
application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting.
On line applications can be located at www.applitrack.com/fnsb/onlineapp
For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line
at (907) 459-1206.
The Borough complies with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). If you need an
accommodation to participate in the interview/selection process please be sure to
complete this section of the online application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Updated:
4/5/2016 alrw
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