The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is seeking a Deputy Director to assist the Managing Director with the transit system’s work towards enhancing the quality of life in Milwaukee County through great public service. MCTS connects our community with essential transit services in an endeavor to achieve racial equity and become the healthiest County in Wisconsin. Deputy Director candidates will have detailed knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of operating a large urban transit system, along with a deep understanding of mass transit strategies and the role of operations-related performance metrics. The successful candidate will have an ability to communicate complex concepts about objectives and achievements for multiple audiences: employees, labor unions, transit passengers, elected officials, and other stakeholders. The ability to understand and influence political operatives in the furtherance of transit needs is also a must. The new Deputy Director will use their experience of leading teams through problem solving processes to analyze issues at MCTS and lead working groups from idea generation through concept assessment, plan development, and implementation consistent with established timelines. In addition, experience evaluating talent, holding staff accountable for performance, and evaluating whether the right person is in the right seat will contribute to organizational success. Finally, a demonstrable commitment to racial equity with respect to employees and engagement with community members will be a key to success for the individual candidate and MCTS.
JOB SUMMARY:
Serves as a member of the Executive Team and provides support and coordination across all corporate departments. The Deputy Director has overall responsibility for Operations, Administration and Labor Relations.
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DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The above are general requirements that must be met for consideration. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of job qualifications or job duties. A physical exam and Pre-Placement Functional Test may be administered prior to job award, allowing applicants to demonstrate their ability to the minimum requirements for this position.
Milwaukee County Transit System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age; protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
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We are looking for a driver in the Iron County Area for a route that starts in Hurley on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Shifts are approximately 8 hours every Tuesday and Wednesday beginning at 8am. Drivers are responsible for a bus inspection, cleaning, fueling, cash handling and training sessions. Training to acquire a CDL with passenger endorsement is available for this position. Must have strong customer service skills and be extremely dependable. Agility is necessary during securement of wheelchair riders. Employees are subject to background checks and random drug and alcohol testing. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour Benefits:
Kenosha Transit is seeking bus drivers to work a part-time schedule driving middle and high school students on City shuttle buses during the public school year. Work is performed Monday through Friday. No work is scheduled during weekends, during the summer public school break, established school holidays or when students do not report (teacher workdays). Additional hours ("fill in work") at a higher pay rate may be available to part-time drivers during the school year and/or over established school breaks, but are not mandatory (unless required by Transit Management) nor are these hours guaranteed. Applicants can select any of these schedule options: Split Shift - Drivers are scheduled to work a split shift, Monday through Friday, for two (2) hours in the morning from 6:30am-8:30am and two (2) hours in the afternoon from 2:30pm-4:30pm (approximately 20 hours per week). Mornings Only - Drivers are scheduled to work two (2) hours in the morning from 6:30am-8:30am (approximately 10 hours per week). Afternoons Only - Drivers are scheduled to work two (2) hours in the afternoon from 2:30pm-4:30pm (approximately 10 hours per week). This position is represented by Local 998 of the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) and is covered by a fair share agreement. This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill any other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months. Please note that City employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time.
Offer of employment (after interview, review of driving record and criminal background check) will be contingent upon the results of a medical examination and verified negative test results for controlled substances. Employees are required to participate in the City's random drug and alcohol testing program. An applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility, and will be scheduled as needed. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy, Civil Service Rules and Regulations, and labor agreement, if appropriate. The City of Kenosha reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the organization. A copy of the City of Kenosha's (Transit) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy and Program is attached. Please contact Human Resources at 262-653-4130 or e-mail humanresources@kenosha.org for additional information.
The City of La Crosse is currently accepting applications for full-time BUS DRIVERS to fill an immediate vacancy and to establish a candidate pool for filling future potential vacancies. This position requires excellent human relations skills in serving a diverse customer base and must have great communication skills. Successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with airbrakes and passenger endorsement, and possess a good driving record. This position requires working various hours/shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Candidates must be available to report to work within 30 minutes of being notified of changes to the schedule. Starting wage for this non-exempt unionized position is $21.12 per hour. The City offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical benefit plan, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, income continuation insurance, voluntary dental and vision plan, paid holidays, vacations and sick leave. Candidates selected will be subject to a background check and post-offer/pre-employment drug screen, physical and physical capacity screen. The City of La Crosse supports attaining a representative workforce and workplace equity.
Purpose of Position The purpose of positions in this classification is to provide transportation services to the public. Distinguishing Characteristics Incumbents operate transit utility vehicles, including buses, conforming with time constraints, in providing a unique, customized public transit service. Position requires a professional demeanor and excellent human relation skills to serve the public. The work is performed under the supervision of the Transit Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs routine visual safety inspections on vehicle prior to taking the vehicle onto public roadways. Operates transit vehicles to transport passengers over established routes, according to set time schedules. Must be able to adhere to a strict pre-planned route schedule. Monitors radio communications while on route to ensure safe and timely arrival and departure times. Provides public information to passengers concerning routes, schedules, transfer points, street locations, and how to use the transit system. Answers passenger inquiries. Regulates heating and cooling for passenger comfort. Maintains change fund. Receives fares and records money, tokens, and transfers received. Keeps route ticket to log mileage, tokens, and cash flow. Reports mechanical defects to immediate supervisor as soon as noticed. Provides special care and treatment to elderly and handicapped individuals. Assist wheelchair bound passengers in situations where bus ramp is inoperable. Performs all functions of the job in a courteous manner to provide optimal customer service to the public and passengers. Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule. Must be able to report to work promptly and on a regular basis. Must be able to take direction and work well with others. Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions High school diploma or equivalent with prior responsible work experience. Incumbents must possess excellent human relation skills. Valid WI drivers license required. Must possess CDL permit upon hire, and must be able to obtain a commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement within 14 days on the job; must be able to maintain CDL for employment. Must be able to maintain a good driving record. Knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques. Physical and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate through the use of two-way communication devices. Ability to read and understand street maps and directions. Ability to administer safe workplace rules and procedures to fellow employees, along with the ability to identify occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to maintain effective public relations. Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with department personnel, general public and police department. Ability to explain, demonstrate and clarify to others within well established policies, procedures and standards. Ability to follow specific instructions and respond to simple requests from others. Mathematical Ability Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing diversified work activities. Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against measurable criteria. Physical Requirements Ability to maintain correct operating speeds with the safety and speed regulations in conforming with time constraints. Ability to safely operate a large vehicle in traffic and close quarters. Ability to be seated in a vehicle for prolonged periods of time. Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing movements requiring skill and training, such as operating transit utility equipment and vehicles. Ability to recognize and identify individual characteristics of colors, shapes, and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials, and tasks. Ability to exert very moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work, typically involving some combination of sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Must be able to push/pull weight of manual wheelchair bound passenger. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under conditions which require exposure to environmental factors such as odors and temperature variations and extremes. This exposure may cause some discomfort and presents a risk of injury. The City of La Crosse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Union:
ATU Local 998
Location:
Maintenance – Fond Du Lac Garage
Wage:
$29.71 per hr. ($30.62/hr. second year rate)
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
The “A” Mechanic diagnoses and repairs all transit Vehicles and service vehicles on the road and in the garage. This position utilizes extensive experience in all mechanical areas to make proper repairs and perform preventive maintenance within the respective time standards.
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The above are general requirements that must be met for consideration. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of job qualifications or job duties. For more detailed job position information, please refer to the job description, which is available upon request from the Human Resources Department.
Union Status: Represented – ATU 998
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Transportation
Wage: $20.77 ($22.75/hr. second year rate,
$24.75/hr. third year rate, $26.49/hr. fourth year rate)
Milwaukee County Transit System Bus Operators drive in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner while adhering to a pre-determined route and schedule. This position exhibits excellent customer services skills and allows passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops.
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Milwaukee County Transit System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age; protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law
Metro Transit is now hiring! Monthly Training Classes
Applications will be accepted until the closing date, however the selection process will begin prior to the final closing date. All applications submitted by the closing date will be considered.
Metro Transit is now hiring for permanent part-time AND full-time transit operators. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! We will train you on how to drive a bus. Excellent customer service is a must.
“Providing good customer service came naturally, but driving the bus did not at first. Due to the outstanding training I received, and the support of co-workers and supervisors, I am very comfortable and confident driving the bus.” – Regina S., Metro Transit Operator for 3 years
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This is responsible work to transport passengers in the City of Madison and surrounding areas. Employees must exercise skill and judgment in operating transit vehicles in a safe, reliable and courteous manner. Work is performed under the direction of one or more Transit Operations Supervisors.
Metro Transit will train new employees to get their Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Candidates are required to pass the written CDL learner's permit before their first day of employment with Metro Transit.
There are full and part time positions available. Employees will serve a one (1) year probation period. During the initial training period of four (4) to five (5) weeks, Transit Operators will be scheduled for approximately 40 hours per week. Following the training period, part-time Transit Operators will work 15-20 hours per week working split shifts to cover the open and closing hours of the Public Schools. Full-time Transit Operators will work 40 hours per week in a variety of shifts, and must be available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
PEOPLE OF COLOR, PEOPLE OF DIVERSE GENDERS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
All applicants will be evaluated by the driving record standards listed below. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the driving criteria, random selection may be used to move forward to interview. There is no written exam for this recruitment.
Applicant's Driving Record
An applicant's driving record will be evaluated. If an applicant has held a driver's license in another state in the past five (5) years, the applicant is required provide a copy of his/her driving record abstract from that state. IF AN APPLICANT HAS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ON THEIR DRIVING RECORD, THEY WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE PROCESS:
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Click here for a complete list of the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
At the start of employment a Transit Operator must be at least 18 years of age, as required by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, have a safe driving record and have passed all job-related tests, including a pre-employment physical exam.
Licensing Requirements:
All candidates will be required to pass the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Skills Test, administered by Metro Transit during training, as a condition of continued employment. Employees are responsible for maintaining a CDL with proper endorsements and no air brake restrictions.
Physical Requirements:
For a detailed explanation of the physical demands, please click here to view the classification specification online. Metro Transit has adopted the physical qualification standards provided in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations of the Federal Highway Administration. These standards permit the hiring of qualified individuals with disabilities, as required by the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, Sec. 111.34(2)(c), Wisconsin Statutes. The successful candidate must be able to pass the Metro physical with either a one-time 2-year certification or re-certifications for a 2-year period. * Payroll title for this position is Transit Operator
