JOB The City of Charlottesville Pupil Transportation Division is seeking candidates to be considered for the position of Relief School Bus Operator. Relief drivers work as needed to maintain full service. Performs routine semi-skilled work providing scheduled fixed-routes in public transportation, daily school transportation, school-related events as well as charter services; does related work as required. Reports to a Transportation Operations Supervisor.Starting pay is at $23.00 an hour. This is a non-exempt, temporary (variable/limited-hour) position, and is not eligible for city benefits.Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Primarily operates school and/or transit bus on assigned routes and schedules.Prepares proper documentation: Pre & Post TripMileage and ridershipMechanical defectsIncident and accident reportsBus behavioral reportsLeave requestsObserves all safety procedures while loading and unloading passengers and while bus is in motion.Ensures excellent customer service.Responsible for fostering a safe and wholesome environment for all passengers on the bus. Provides accurate information to the public promptly and courteously.Must comply with all local, state and federal rules and regulations.Announces routes and stops when needed.Ensures safe and clean vehicle condition throughout each shift per division requirements (to include but not limited to sweeping, mopping and exterior washing.Attends all required meetings and/or training sessions.Issues, receives, manages and ensures safe handling of fares, tickets, and various passes.Communicates effectively with supervisor, includes 2 way radio transmissions.Adjusts to variables in normal working conditions, including adverse weather, traffic, construction, passenger problems, accidents and trip changes.Employs all techniques of defensive driving to minimize the risk of preventable and non-preventable accidents and/or passenger injuries.Ensures all accidents are reported to a supervisor immediately.Performs all related tasks as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION All employees must satisfy the Virginia Department of Transportation Physical Assessment provided by the City before being hired and annually. This position is considered essential and is subject to emergency and stand-by call. This position is subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations. Work is typically performed inside and around the exterior of a bus and employees must also be able to satisfy the following physical requirements: Long periods of sitting; Frequent overhead reaching, bending and stooping over, crawling to inspect under buses. Ability to secure a wheelchair safely on the bus. Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required. Frequent contact with Transportation Supervisor, fellow drivers and passengers is required. Contact with various administrators, and the general public is required. Occasional meetings with administrators and/or parents and patrons are necessary. Person shall have no impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger, or an arm, and no other structural defects or limitation likely to interfere with the ability to control and safely drive a bus. Must have the physical ability to descend from or climb up to at least 3.5 feet, at the emergency door, to assist in the evacuation of the passengers. Operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.