Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Safely and reliably transport and assist passengers during chartered bus trips.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Meet all general qualifications for employment.
• Successfully pass interview for Motor Coach Driver.
• Successfully pass Training Program, including:
  • Classroom instruction
  • Behind the wheel instruction
  • Written and driving skills test
• Meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Certification Requirements.
  • Minimum hours of instruction
• Meet federal requirements for appropriate licensing.
• Meet federal physical examination requirements.
• Meet federal standards for driving skills test.
• Meet federal standards for driving record check.
• Pass drug and alcohol screening as established by company.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle as required.
• Route passenger stops efficiently based on customer request and/or charter order.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.
• Instruct passengers regarding safety.
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• Drive with safety of passengers as first priority.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Establish favorable working relationships with passengers, co-workers, customers and company management.
• Motor Coach Drivers shall achieve self-improvement by attending training sessions, annual in-service and workshops conducted by Dean Trailways and/or other approved agencies.

SPECIFIC ABILITIES

• Operate all vehicle types in transporting passengers used by Dean Trailways.
• Identify with geographic service area and routes you travel.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state and federal laws and local ordinances.
• Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and day-to-day operations.
• Shall be able to conduct a bus evacuation drill as required by Trailways Management.
• Keep accurate records and reports as required, submit in legible condition, and turn in at the specified time.
• Conduct yourself as a professional Dean Trailways staff member at all times.
• Secure all equipment that is required for each passenger as prescribed in company policy.
• Be able to lift and store luggage and devices required by passengers (up to a maximum of 40 pounds).
• Plan and execute trip changes by responding to customer needs and dispatch directives.
• Clearly communicate with passengers and staff members to ensure safety and efficiency of trips.

DRIVING PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

• Driving performance evaluations are performed continuously as part of our safety training.
• Motor Coach Drivers may be subjected to customized driving evaluations at any time during employment when the company has a specific concern or has received a report of improper driving.

BODY MECHANICS OF MOTOR COACH DRIVER

Motor Coach Drivers are required through their employment to perform various tasks. These physical tasks require varying degrees of lifting, pulling, bending and carrying of heavy objects. Some examples of these are:

• Opening and closing vehicle access doors to perform pre-trip requirements.
• Opening and closing of vehicle entrance and emergency exits.
• Bending, pushing and pulling to load and unload a wheelchair, luggage, or other cargo by exerting a maximum of 40 lb. of push / pull pressure.
• Bending, supporting and otherwise physically helping passengers into and out of a vehicle.
• Carrying and lifting into and from the vehicle, personal articles and adaptive equipment of various weights and sizes.
• Bending and stretching for the cleaning and securement of equipment in the interior of the vehicle.
• Bend, stretch, pull and drag all persons, equipment or other types of articles that would be of varying sizes and weight out of vehicle doors and/or emergency exits on demand.