Omnibus Operator, Per Diem

DEFINITION: Under direction drives a motor vehicle with a passenger capacity of at least six persons for transporting people on assigned established routes or to special activities, events, or various destinations; may also clean, service, and make minor repairs to such vehicles; does other related duties as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. EXAMPLES OF WORK: Drives a motor vehicle to transport passengers on established routes, trips, or to various destinations.

Checks vehicles for safety and performs basic cleaning and minor servicing. Assists passengers entering and exiting the vehicle. Maintains order among passengers. Assists with loading and unloading baggage or packages. Prepares reports and maintains logs of vehicle operation. Utilizes electronic and/or manual recording and information systems.

LICENSE: Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsements required. KNOWLEDGE OF: The care, maintenance, and competent/safe/efficient operation of vehicles including cleaning, lubricating, servicing of batteries, care of tires, and minor repair procedures. State Motor Vehicle regulations.

ABILITY TO: Analyze problems involving the operation of vehicles. Understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions. Perform tasks after explanations and/or demonstrations. Drive vehicles in a skilled/safe manner. Check, clean, service, and make minor and emergency repairs to vehicles. Keep records and files.

Utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American sign language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. RATE : $24.05 per hour.

Starting salary may be higher, commensurate with experience. EEOC This title is classified and non-competitive through Civil Service Must be a resident of New Jersey. Preference given to Salem County Residents.