COACH / BUS OPERATOR APPRENTICE

Coach / Bus Operator Apprentice

Milwaukee County Transit System is seeking to hire apprentices for the Coach / Bus Operator position. This is a state approved, one-year registered apprenticeship program, where you will receive classroom and hands-on training from experienced mentors. During the training period, apprentices will obtain their CDL and learn all aspects of safely operating a passenger bus all while providing an essential service to the communities of Milwaukee County.

As an apprentice, you will learn to drive in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner while adhering to a pre-determined route and schedule. Apprentices will exhibit excellent customer service skills and allow passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops. In addition to intensive training, apprentices will also meet with a mentor who will provide additional guidance to ensure the success of the apprentice. Upon successful completion of the program, apprentices will receive a Coach / Bus Operator Journey worker's card issued by the State of Wisconsin.

Essential Functions :

• Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with Milwaukee County Transit System policies, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Wisconsin and Federal traffic laws and regulations.
• Collect fares according to existing fare structure, inspect bus passes and issue valid transfers in a professional, courteous manner.
• Operate the radio, farebox and other systems within the bus in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide public timetables and accurate information to customers.
• Call street locations, transfer points, major intersections, and other requested stops in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy.
• Provide accessibility for disabled passengers to board and alight by properly operating all ramps and lifts and safely securing passengers in compliance with ADA guidelines and Company policy.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interacting with all passengers.
• Perform vehicle inspections before, during and after scheduled work assignments. This includes internal and external areas of the bus, reporting all defects on proper forms.
• Monitor Special Bulletins and detours daily and make appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Follow Company policy for handling lost articles including a visual inspection of the bus at the end of the line and at pull-in.
• Complete accident and incident reports accurately and legibly, as necessary.
• Complete fare box, passenger, and bus maintenance defect reports, as necessary.
• Frequently meet with mentor to discuss the position, and respective challenges and successes.
• Conduct self in an appropriate manner as a representative of Milwaukee County Transit System.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications :

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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. Hourly wages are based on the ATU Local 998 Collective Bargaining Agreement pay progression scale and are non-negotiable. Wages reflected include Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) and shift differentials as applicable.

Milwaukee Transport Services Inc. (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, military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to workplace safety and will perform pre-employment drug testing, background checks, and pre-employment physicals as subject to the job requirements.