Motor coach operator job description
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Example motor coach operator requirements on a job description
Motor coach operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in motor coach operator job postings.
Sample motor coach operator requirements
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL)
- Clean driving record
- Ability to pass a drug test
- Excellent physical health and stamina
- Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations for commercial driving
Sample required motor coach operator soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with passengers
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle unexpected situations
- Strong navigational skills and ability to read maps and GPS systems
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other drivers and staff members
Motor coach operator job description example 1
National Express motor coach operator job description
Responsibilities Include:
We Are seeking Part-time employees, if interested please apply
Qualifications
Requirements Include:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Company name is : National Express Transit
Company National Express Transit
Job:
Driver US Bus
Primary Location:
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati-Elmwood Place Coach
Work Locations
Elmwood Place Coach (6034_Elmwood Place Coach)211 Township AveC/O Durham 6034Cincinnati, 45216
Organization
United States Bus
Schedule
Part-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Level
Driver or Bus Assistant
Job Shift
Variable
Travel
Yes, 50 % of the Time
We Are seeking Part-time employees, if interested please apply
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Provides safe and reliable transportation service to passengers by operating position specific vehicles which may include sedans, vans, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches with a fixed or changing route.
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Reports any maintenance problems to Maintenance in accordance with Company procedure and does not operate an unsafe vehicle.
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Reports to duty on time and maintains assigned route on time but in a safe manner.
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Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
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Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.
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Exercises passenger and/or student management per Company policy.
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Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
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Keeps the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
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Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
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Ensures vehicle is properly fueled according to facility procedures.
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Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
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Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.
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Prepares vehicle for inclement weather conditions, including scraping or cleaning windows, applying tire chains.
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Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location requirements and include but are not limited to:
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Must have experience transporting senior and/or disabled citizens in accordance with pre-arranged appointments/schedules
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Must be able to provide individualized assistance/accommodation to senior and or disabled passengers by utilizing wheelchair lifts, seats and other special access necessary to effect a safe, secure and comfortable ride
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Must ensure that individuals with disabilities have adequate time to complete boarding or disembarking from the vehicle
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Previous experience as a Paratransit Driver recommended
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Must have experience transporting senior and/or disabled citizens in accordance with pre-arranged appointments/schedules
Qualifications
Requirements Include:
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Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.
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Must possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
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Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy.
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Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings in order to remain qualified.
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Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to lift and assist passengers when necessary.
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Must have a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of vehicles such as sedans, vans, paratransit vans, limousines, taxi-cabs, shuttles, transit buses, school buses, and/or motor coaches.
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Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
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Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Company name is : National Express Transit
Company National Express Transit
Job:
Driver US Bus
Primary Location:
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati-Elmwood Place Coach
Work Locations
Elmwood Place Coach (6034_Elmwood Place Coach)211 Township AveC/O Durham 6034Cincinnati, 45216
Organization
United States Bus
Schedule
Part-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Level
Driver or Bus Assistant
Job Shift
Variable
Travel
Yes, 50 % of the Time
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024