City of Arlington
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Bus Driver PT
- Location
- Activ Adult Center
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
DEPARTMENT Parks Recreation & Culture SALARY $17.09 - $21.36 JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the part-time Bus Driver for Parks is responsible for transporting passengers for the Senior Adult Travel Program. Incumbents must transport passengers to and from events in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Drive a 26-passenger bus in a safe and efficient manner through various traffic and road conditions. Ability to comprehend and follow road maps, signage, and written and verbal instructions to ensure an effective travel experience for customers.
- Aid passengers relative to boarding and various information needs.
- Complete various reports concerning travel destinations, travel mileage, passenger counts, vehicle condition, and maintenance needs.
- Maintain an effective level of service and communication with passengers and program support staff to ensure quality customer service.
- Assist customers and chaperone as needed during trips
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Fuel a vehicle at commercial and City-owned fueling sites.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of streets and public facilities in the city and surrounding metro areas.
- Skill in making simple math calculations.
- Skill in reading and interpreting maps, directional signage, and other roadway signs.
- Skill in responding to emergency situations by applying established procedures.
- Skill in recognizing proper vehicle condition before operating.
- Skill in communicating with other City employees and the public by oral and written means, including use of a cellular telephone.
- Ability to be empathetic and cognizant of problems senior adults may experience as part of a travel program.
- Ability to maneuver a large transit vehicle safely through traffic.
- Ability to receive and effectively process detailed information through written and oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound.
- Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to driving, seeing, carrying, pushing, and writing.
- Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to operate a passenger bus with up to 26 riders.
- Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
- Ability to maintain a good driving record .
Qualifying Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Possession of a valid Texas Operator’s License, Class B.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING:
- Criminal background check
- Physical/Human Performance Evaluation (HPE)
- Motor Vehicle Review (MVR)
- Drug and alcohol tests
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
From City of Arlington's careers page (Workday), checked 31 Oct 2026.
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Posted 8 Oct 2026 · checked 31 Oct 2026 · Report this job