Reporting to the Director of Transportation, the Bus Operator, will operate Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) Red buses in a safe, efficient and courteous manner.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

 The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Checks the general condition of bus before driving, reporting problems to appropriate supervisor.

Follows designated Roosevelt Island route according to predetermined schedules.

May, as instructed, follow alternate routes and schedules.

Observes traffic regulations and supplementary RIOC guidelines.

Reports accidents and/or other incidents to supervisor.

Answers questions and provides directions or appropriate information to passengers.

Operates wheel chair lift and otherwise assists disabled passengers.

May assist in the cleaning and disinfecting of buses.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

 · High School diploma or equivalent.

 · Must qualify and meet NYS DMV 19-A.

 · Must possess a valid NYS CDL Driver’s License (CDL with Class A or B and P endorsement) with clean driving record.

 · Must complete and pass a 19-A medical examination, & drug and alcohol testing.

 Additional Information:

 · Schedule: Availability to work flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends.

 · A road test with writing component will be required prior in-person interview.

 What we offer:

 · With union dues, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: health, dental and vision, paid holidays, sick and vacation days, commuter benefits, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, EAP, LTD and Life Insurance Programs, an exciting work environment with a beautiful view of Manhattan and Long Island City.

How to Apply:

 Interested candidates should forward cover letter and resume with subject line reading Bus Operator.

 RIOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on candidates based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, military status or any other protected characteristic.

 Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant has been extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988.

Job Type: Full-time

 Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Shift:

 8 hour shift

Evening shift

Night shift

Work Days:

 Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Education:

 High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

 Commercial driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

 Passenger Endorsement (Required)

CDL B with Passenger endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person