Motor Coach Bus Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

OVERVIEW OF KRAPF GROUP: Krapf Group Vision: Provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit, and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
EXPECTATIONS:

• Support Krapf vision and mission in all activities
• Demonstrate Krapf Core Values of commitment, open communication, respect, and excellent service
• Represent Krapf in a professional, business-like manner
• Comply with all Krapf employee and safety policies

POSITION SUMMARY: This field position provides daily transit of passengers to and from assigned pick-ups and drop-off points per contract requirements. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE DRIVING MOTOR COACH BUSES.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations regarding the operation of commercial vehicles.
• Safely operate a transit or coach bus on an assigned route as directed. Demonstrate courtesy and professionalism while on the road.
• Conduct vehicle inspections as required by DOT regulations.
• Report mechanical defects to the appropriate shop staff.
• Maintain, read, and understand route sheets, including time changes.
• Maintain scheduled route to established time and mileage. Immediately notify the supervisor of changes/delays.
• Maintain control of passengers at all times to ensure safe operation of the vehicle. Record and report incidents/problems through the appropriate procedures established by the Company.
• When transporting special needs/exceptional passengers, manage care and behavior within the guidelines established by the state.
• Report all vehicle and passenger accidents/incidents to your supervisor promptly and comply with company accident response procedures.
• Report work-related injuries to the supervisor and comply with the company's workers’ compensation procedures.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, physical exam certification, and appropriate endorsements.
• Comply with company procedures regarding vehicle keys, lock boxes, and video cameras.
• Attend training and safety meetings as required by federal and state regulations and by the Company.
• Keep the vehicle clean and orderly daily.
• Fuel the bus following terminal standards.
• Operate vehicle communication systems within the guidelines of company policies.
• Report all personal motor vehicle violations to the supervisor, and as required by DOT regulations.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

DIRECT REPORTS:

• General Manager

 QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required: 

• 1. Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid CDL Class B license with passenger endorsement and Airbrake restriction removed.
•  2. Must meet physical qualifications for a DOT physical and drug test.
•  3. Must have a satisfactory motor vehicle record, criminal history record, and child abuse history record. 
• 4. Must be willing to work 10-12 hour days at least 3 days a week (Part-time) and (Full-time) at least 4 days, 10-12 hour days. 
• 5. Schedule includes weekends and holidays on rotation. 
• 6. Ability to effectively manage passenger behavior in a non-confrontational manner. 
• 7. Ability to manage vehicle and passenger emergencies calmly and appropriately. 
• 8. Ability to safely load and unload wheelchair passengers, following Company procedures. 
• 9. Operate a lift for passengers who cannot navigate the bus steps. 
• 10. Must successfully complete required skills and classroom recertification training. Must complete International Motor Coach Group (IMG) training
  
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Sitting for 4-8 hours per day.
• Must pass DOT Physical.
• Vision adequate for reading traffic signals and signs, maps, and schedules.
• Hearing is adequate for general traffic conditions, traffic signals, emergency vehicles, and monitoring and using vehicle communication equipment.
• Range of motion is adequate for the safe operation of commercial vehicles.
• Range of motion and sufficient mobility to safely evacuate passengers, including but not limited to access emergency exits via the aisles of the vehicle.
• Repetitive use of hands, arms, and legs for operating vehicle controls.
• Ability to climb the steps of the bus and sufficient mobility to access vehicle emergency exits.
• Ability to reach overhead & to shoulder height and to push/pull to clear the vehicle of ice and snow.
• Ability to bend and stoop to conduct vehicle inspections.
• Ability to push & pull with up to 40 lbs. of force
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

SAFETY SENSITIVE STATUS: This job is considered Safety-Sensitive, and incumbents are subject to random substance, drug, and alcohol testing.

This job description supersedes all previous job descriptions and like documents. This job description is summarized in general terms and may not include all job responsibilities related to the position. Krapf reserves the right to interpret, clarify, or make changes or revisions to this job description as specific situations warrant. 

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