This job reports to the Transit Manager

Relocation is not provided and travel is not required.

This is a Part-Time position, working 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, Weekends.

Overview
The CITY OF OWENSBORO, KY is taking applications for the part-time, non-civil service position of:

PUBLIC WORKS TRANSIT BUS DRIVER (PART-TIME)
$12.19/hr




Job Skills/Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED: High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or three months experience as a Bus Driver or similar position; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid drivers license. Requires various abilities to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to: obtain (and maintain) CDL, Class B or higher, with P endorsement within designated timeframe upon hire; safely and effectively drive and operate transit vehicles; use vision in various weather conditions and daylight/dark; sit for several hours a day while driving the bus; climb on and off the bus; perform CPR/First Aid in and outside the bus when necessary; assist wheelchair passengers in boarding/securing their chairs/exiting; lift/move up to 100 lbs.; effectively communicate in person and via radio; and other requirements of job.

PREFERRED: Valid CDL (Class B or C) with "P" (Passenger) endorsement preferred at time of application.



Additional Information/Benefits
Deadline to apply: Applications currently accepted year-round. See below for more information on the application process.

TO APPLY:
To ensure your application will be considered, it must be received no later than the deadline stated above, if applicable. City reserves the right to accept applications after deadline, at its discretion. Applications are available at the Office of Employment and Training (OET), located at The Career Center, 121 E. 2nd St., Owensboro, KY 42303. RETURN ALL APPLICATIONS TO OET. Applications and more information also available at www.owensboro.org or by calling Toll-free: 1-888-616-8540. TDD/VOICE: 1-270-687-4459

The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA—M/F/V/D




Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check, Physical Exam, References, etc.