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　　Description and Essential Functions

　　Responsible for safe and efficient operation of a bus in the transportof passengers, exercising sound judgment in all instances including butnot limited to emergencies. Performs skilled work of a routine nature inthe operation of various types of buses. Receives assignments andinstructions in specific written and/or oral form.

　　Operates various buses in a safe, efficient manner.Provides customer service that is helpful to the passenger enablingthem to reach their final destination. Such customer serviceincludes but is not limited, to answering questions, providingdirections, issuing passenger transfers and providing informationabout GMT transit services.Arrives for shift on time, dressed in a complete uniform.Checks in with Dispatcher at beginning and end of each shift.Provides physical assistance to disabled passengers when necessary.Obeys all applicable traffic laws.Greets passengers, monitors fare collection, and helps customersunderstand fare structures.Complies with route schedules notifying the Dispatch office whentraffic/weather conditions hinder schedule adherence.Communicates verbally in English, so as to be understood, both inperson and by two-way radio.Has the ability to communicate verbally utilizing courtesy anddiplomacy in dealing with the public.Uses radio to contact Dispatch office to report problems encounteredin route such as bad road conditions, detours, passenger problems,and emergencies.Conducts circle check of bus before beginning run, for safety andcleanliness. Reports any discrepancies to the Dispatcher, asupervisor, or reports problem(s) on Pre-Trip Inspection form.Fills out reports such as the Pre-Trip Inspection form, passengercount surveys and Crash/Incident reports completely, legibly withinestablished timeframes.This job description is not intended to be a complete statement ofthe position; it is intended merely to be a guide to the general work tobe performed.