BUS OPERATOR, RELIEF (PART-TIME) - City of Torrance

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Torrance Transit is a municipally operated public transportation agency in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. The agency directly operates a fleet of 63, 40-foot buses and a network of twelve (12) fixed-route bus lines. The mission of Torrance Transit is to provide safe, reliable, inexpensive, and courteous transportation to our customers – the people who live, work, and do business in the City of Torrance and the region.
 
Torrance Transit is currently hiring for experienced Relief Bus Operators with good driving records who are safety conscious and people oriented. Relief Bus Operators are responsible for the safe and timely operation of a transit bus over an assigned route with a focus on the safety and comfort of our Torrance Transit passengers.  As part of Torrance Transit, a Relief Bus Operator will be part of a team that prides itself on providing excellent customer service and reliable, on-time service to our community.
 
Relief Bus Operators perform pre-trip inspection of buses, safety check equipment, and inform dispatch when adjustments or repairs are necessary. This position safely operates a bus on an assigned route by following defensive driving practices; and maintains schedules for pull-out time and en-route service.  Relief Bus Operators provide schedules, routes, and fare information to passengers seeking assistance.  Relief Bus Operators follow all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of Torrance Transit customers and employees.

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Hours: 
The number of hours and days per week will vary with a minimum of 20 hours a week. Relief Bus Operators typically work various shifts, weekends and holidays. Overtime work is also regularly available.

After completing a year of service as a Relief Bus Operator promotional opportunities to become a full-time Bus Operator may be available. The pay range for full-time Bus Operator is $27.24 to $33.11 per hour plus full benefits.