Portland TriMet Lift Operator
Description
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Current Hourly Rates:
- Starting - $24.84
- 1 Year - $26.13
- 2 Year - $27.84
- 3 Year - $35.03
About Transdev:
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 101,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Come join the largest private-sector operator of public transportation in North America. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.
Benefits include:
- Low cost medical, dental and vision
- Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
- Free bus pass
- 401k matching
This position does NOT require a commercial license.
Overview
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
- Operates a para-transit bus or van and transports passengers with disabilities safely in accordance with Company policy and local, county, state, and federal laws.
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle in allotted time.
- Provides door-to-door assistance to passengers to safely travel between the vehicle and the door of home or destination. This including escorting and assisting passengers with disabilities including pushing wheelchairs up and down ramps, assisting passengers up and down stairs, steps and curbs and inclines, assisting passengers on the vehicle and securing passengers and their mobility aids on the vehicle.
- Operates all various types of vehicles, as assigned, safely, in all types of weather and traffic conditions, according to schedules.
- Arrives and signs in on time; works hours as scheduled; wears clean, neat uniforms.
- Picks up and discharges passengers at scheduled locations safely; regulates heating and ventilating equipment on the bus for the comfort of passengers.
- Collects proper cash fares, following fare collection procedures.
- Reports all accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences to dispatch office immediately; submits written reports on accidents, incidents or unusual occurrences as required.
- Accurately completes all reports.
- Follows rules and regulations of the Company and TriMet.
- Adheres to all regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); assists passengers as needed, to enter and exit vehicle safely; correctly operates wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by the customer.
- Provides transit information to passengers as needed.
- Other duties as required.
Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must have a good driving record
Experience:
- Must have held a US driver’s license for a minimum of 5 years
- No CDL required
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Good motor skills, good hearing, accurate color perception
- Good knowledge of the greater Portland area
- Ability to apply proper driving procedures
- Ability to learn transit routes and schedules and adapt to changes; ability to read a map
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations and policies
- Ability to assist passengers with special needs
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Must comply with DOT drug testing requirements and meet Company and TriMet criminal background and MVR requirements.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules, as needed, with service operating 24/7/365.
- Primarily seated in vehicle; stress caused by passengers and traffic; must be able to get in and out of the vehicle to assist passengers; frequent bending, kneeling, pulling, pushing, and stretching required when assisting passengers and performing required duties.
- Must be able to work in all types of weather.
- Must be able to drive in all types of weather.
- Lifting, pulling, and pushing are among the physical requirements of performing work in this position. Specific required limits of weight are determined by location site.
About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.