Operates ADA accessible vehicles designed to transport passengers within Reno County. Provides limited physical assistance as needed to passengers to, from and while on the bus. Driver will work a flexible schedule on Fixed Route and Para transit busses within the city of Hutchinson and South Hutchinson, and Specialized Transportation service passenger vans within Reno County. Reno County Area Transportation (RCAT) is first come first served general public transportation. Driver will transport passengers of all ages including the elderly and disabled. Obeys all traffic laws while driving vehicle, drives vehicle defensively, consistently maintains assigned time schedule and communicates using a two-way radio. Receives assignments and direction from dispatch. Follows department procedure for transporting wheelchair passengers. Responsible for reconciliation of fare receipts, maintains passenger log and provides assistance to paratransit passengers. Assists paratransit passengers with packages per department policy and procedure. Inspects vehicle as required by department policy and procedure. Maintains adequate fluid levels, maintains vehicle in a clean and safe manner and is responsible for washing and cleaning vehicle. Maintains daily records as required in department policy and procedures and reports accidents or incidents immediately using appropriate procedure and paperwork. Advises Safety Maintenance Coordinator when vehicle needs repairs or non-scheduled maintenance. Confers with dispatch if a passenger is perceived to be unsafe to transport (i.e. sick, injured, intoxicated).
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