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Transit Worker Jobs Near Me

Transit Operator (DRIVER)

Newark, OH ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Company Description Licking County Transit Board Summary: Transports Licking County residents to ... Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public ...

Transit Operator (DRIVER)

Newark, OH ยท On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Company Description Licking County Transit Board Summary: Transports Licking County residents to ... Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public ...

Student Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$14/hr

Student Worker Job Reference Number: 42567 Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite Segment: Education ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Student Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$14/hr

Student Worker Job Reference Number: 42567 Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite Segment: Education ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Student Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$14/hr

Student Worker Job Reference Number: 42567 Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite Segment: Education ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Planner II

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading ... Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and interagency working groups, representing the ...

Planner II

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading ... Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and interagency working groups, representing the ...

Planner II

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading ... Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and interagency working groups, representing the ...

Food Service Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$15/hr

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42585 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Food Service Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$14/hr

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42742 Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite Segment ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Food Service Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$14/hr

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42742 Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite Segment ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Food Service Worker

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$15/hr

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42585 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) * EAP * 401k * Sick Time * Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

... all while working in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment. Schedule Options * Picking ... transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the ...

DEF Driver - Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) REQUIRED or ability to obtain one within 30 days after hire. * Prior fuel, petroleum, or hazardous material transportation experience preferred.

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Transit Operator (DRIVER)

Newark, OH โ€ข On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Company Description

Licking County Transit Board

Job Description

Summary:

Transports Licking County residents to and from various locations in Licking County and surrounding counties. Provides safe, reliable and efficient public transportation.ย ย  Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local laws pertaining to public transportation.ย  Identifies areas of improvement and recommends changes to Transportation Supervisor.

Duties:ย ย 

  1. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

  2. Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.

  3. Transports Licking County residents to and from various locations in Licking County and surrounding counties.ย ย ย ย 

  4. Loads and unloads passengers on vehicles. Assists disabled passengers.ย  Secures wheelchairs and scooters.

  5. Ensures safety measures are in place for transit buses;ย  Ensures safety of passengers by use of appropriate on-board restraints

  6. Communicates to Transportation Supervisor any repairs and maintenance issues with buses immediately.

  7. Diffuses difficult situations and maintains order on-board vehicle.ย 

  8. Reports to Dispatch Office immediately any accidents or incidents with passengers, buses, equipment, etc.ย  Completes forms and reports as necessary.

  9. Ensures transit buses are properly fueled; ensures safe and clean vehicle condition at the start and end of each shift.

  10. Documents thoroughly the course of the day including odometer readings, times, and passenger information.ย 

  11. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable PERRP safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures.

  12. Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two (2) to four (4) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be at least 21 years of age. Service area knowledge preferred.

Additional Information

Application Procedures:ย  Submit completed application, resume and cover letter to the Licking County Human Resources Department, 20 South Second Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055.ย  Applications can be obtained in person in the Human Resources Department between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily or printed from the web site at www.lcounty.com.

Successful candidates will be subject to Licking County's pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.