Alexandria, VA11 days ago
ul>Provides curb-to-curb service for Alexandria senior citizens, age 60 and over; Uses knowledge of aging issues such as disabilities that limit their vision, hearing or movement; Exhibits conflict management skills, patience and tolerance; Assists passengers on and off the bus, as well as loading and unloading grocery bags; Operates a wheelchair lift and must do proper tie-down procedures for a variety of wheelchairs; Keeps detailed logs of the number of passengers, miles traveled, and destinations of trips; Reports any incident/accident involving bus or passengers immediately to supervisor and Police Department; Drives long distances for special trips when necessary; Provides special transportation to City of Alexandria departments including, but not limited to, Office of the Mayor and City Council and Alexandria Police Department; Delivers mail to senior centers and other City of Alexandria facilities; Learns and performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and basic First Aid with annual renewal; Uses good judgment and communication skills; Cleans and refuels the bus as necessary; Checks lights, brakes, steering, tires, radiator and oil level prior to leaving garage; Reports any maintenance problems promptly; Complies with all laws and regulations concerning operation of the vehicle, including safety precautions and posted speed limits; Performs related work as required. The ideal candidate good knowledge of the principles of bus operations; good knowledge of driving courtesy and safe driving practices; ability to learn street and road system of the City and area; ability to learn City and State regulations and laws pertaining to the operation of buses; ability to operate a bus; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain good public relations; physical ability to assist the infirmed off and on the bus.