$14.50/hour is paid during training; $17.22/hour after successful completion of training (8 weeks).
SMART is actively looking for customer-focused, drivers that LOVE to work with the public! We are looking to fill immediate openings.
If you like people and like to drive, then SMART may be the perfect career opportunity for you!
We have openings throughout our service area in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties.
SMART Benefits: Include:
- Competitive benefits package, healthcare savings program (post-employment), defined benefit pension plan, employee transportation pass, paid vacation, holidays and personal leave days, tuition reimbursement and career opportunities.
A Fixed Route Operator is under general direction, operates motor coaches to transport passengers over specified routes in a safe, efficient and courteous manner. Responsible for collecting fares and completing necessary inspections and reports.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates motor coaches subject to departmental rules, regulations, schedules and local and state traffic regulations.
- Maintains professional image and performs duties in a courteous, friendly manner emphasizing positive customer relations.
- Inspects and tests vehicle equipment prior to each run to ensure vehicle safety.
- Responsible for the safe loading, transport and unloading of passengers.
- Provides schedule, route, fare, directional and general information to customers.
- Responsible for collecting proper fares, inspecting passes, receiving and issuing transfers.
- Assists passengers, particularly elderly and handicapped persons, in boarding or exiting vehicle as necessary.
- Posts appropriate route and destination signs in vehicle.
- Submits written reports on accidents and may be required to serve as witness regarding same.
- Maintains reasonable order aboard the coach.
- Performs related work as required.
