The Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) seeks an individual to perform responsible work in the operation of a Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) bus on an assigned route.

Responsibilities:

Provides passengers with safe and efficient bus service; drives a passenger or paratransit bus; collects fares and passes; operates transit equipment and technology; serves as a driver on local government and public relations trips as required; assists elderly and handicapped passengers and operates wheelchair lift as needed.

Provides information to passengers including bus schedules and routes and general County information; assists passengers in determining how to get to desired destination.

Ensures passenger safety by enforcing rules of conduct and operation; checks bus for and reports lost items.

Performs visual inspection and operational safety check of assigned vehicle daily; keeps alert for mechanical or other equipment problems requiring attention; reports repair needs; reports traffic hazards, accidents, and other conditions requiring attention.

Completes daily report forms including mileage, passengers, mechanical defects and necessary supplies; delivers fare box to Operations Office for revenue accountability as required.

Makes provision for routine daily maintenance and cleanliness of vehicles, bus shelters, and other WATA property as required.

Requirements:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and some of experience operating a passenger bus.

Must possess, or obtain within 90 days of hire, a valid Virginia Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger and air brakes endorsement and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of passenger buses or similar automotive equipment; traffic laws and regulations applicable to equipment operation; hazards of equipment operation and of appropriate safety precautions; some knowledge of the geography of the County; knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Skill in the operation of assigned equipment.

Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner and to adhere to time schedules; deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.