Bus Operator Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Driver, Bus

Location:Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type:Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:Full-time

Compensation:$30.92-$30.92/hour

Benefits:Tesserais proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of aBus DriveratTesserainclude:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• $11.41/hour Health and Welfare Benefit

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuitionassistanceis available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tesserais dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environmenttoour employees.

Tesseraisseekinga safety-focused and dependable Bus Driver to support passenger transportation at Naval Base Kitsap, Bangor-WSBOSC. This roleis responsible foroperating buses over specified routes, ensuring safe,timely, and courteous service to passengers. The Bus Driverassistspassengers as needed,maintainspassenger comfort, and ensures compliance with traffic and safety regulations. The position may also include light vehicle maintenance, baggage handling, and operation of other vehicles asrequired.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Drive bus to transport trainees, government, and/or military personnel.

• Drive vehicles from individual or central loading areas to training locations, job sites, or other destinations according to the assigned schedule.

• Drives large passenger buses for long and short hauls to transport personnel throughout the base and on public roads and highways.

• Mayassistdisabled passengers in or out of the vehicle.

• Perform cargo delivery as assigned.

• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.

• Ensure thatthe equipmentis fully operational before each shift.

• Clean the vehicle and service the vehicle with fuel.

• Keepaccuratetrip logs.

• Provide exceptional customer service.

• Operate other vehicles and equipment asrequired.

• Perform vehicle licensing examiner functions asrequired.

Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma/GED isrequired.

• 0-3 years' experience in vehicle operations.

• CDL A or B with passengerendorsementrequired.Hazmat/Tanker/Additional endorsementspreferred.

• Mustpossessa valid US Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card. Must have current or be able to obtain Medical Examiners Certificate (DOT Card) beforehire.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability toperformthe following physical demands for extended periods of time with or withoutassistance. The physical demands of this position may bereasonably accommodatedfor individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to50pounds.

• May berequiredto reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also berequired.

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license isrequiredwith the ability to obtain andmaintaincoverage byTessera'sinsurance.

• Access toafederal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID,in accordance withthe REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information:https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

• Must be able to obtain andmaintainapplicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.