Transit Operator

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Transit Operator with the Town of Avon’s Mobility Department.

The Transit Operator seasonal part-time will operate Avon Transit buses and people movers in a safe, timely, and courteous manner. Transports passengers, documents rider ship and provides general and specific information to the riding public. 

This position is expected to work the winter season, November 1st, 2024 – April 15th, 2025

VIEW FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Driving vehicles during varied weather conditions, hours and days (including holidays)
• Operates buses and people movers on scheduled routes, special events and charters providing safe, timely and courteous transportation to the public
• Performs scheduled pre-trip and post-trip inspections.  This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices and transit bus controls for use while in service.  Also sweeps the bus, empties the trash and performs a visual inspection for lost items at the end of service
• Submits accurate daily trip sheets for management and data entry use
• Employs defensive driving techniques
• Maintains professional courtesy while under stress
• Provides customer service information in a courteous, professional manner.  This includes operating a public address system to inform the public of arrivals and departures and responding to customer inquiries
• Reports “manage to” count accurately and precisely at scheduled times each day
• Responsible for knowing town and departmental safety policies and procedures
• Completes required tracking and incident reports accurately and legibly as necessary at the end of scheduled shifts
• Trains new and relief operators as required
• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of The Town of Avon, working effectively in a diverse work environment, using prudent judgment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers.
• Operates a radio as required
• Attends all required safety meeting

Avon is a vibrant, year-round mountain resort community with an unpretentious, small-town feel. It serves as both a destination and a comfortable place to call home, where visitors and residents alike can enjoy living, working and playing in a spectacular outdoor setting.

The Town of Avon is responsible for much of what goes on in this one-of-a-kind town. Whether it’s fixing a pothole, hosting an event in picturesque Nottingham Park, teaching swim lessons in our 40,000 sq. ft, full-service Recreation Center, or providing police services, our team is behind it. Whether you’re looking for a full-time career, or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is a great place to work and grow. We offer a wide variety of positions, fantastic locations, supportive leadership and excellent benefits. What are you waiting for? Apply now!

Qualifications
Must be 21 years old with a good driving record, a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and P2 certification is preferred; however, the Town of Avon will provide paid training, and pay testing fees to meet these requirements for the right candidate.

Special Requirements
Interested candidates must submit application and list of three (3) references to jobs@avon.org. The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates. A background check, pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and reference checks will be requirement prior to employment.