Temporary - Transit Operator

Temporary Non-Civil Service Position Initial candidate eligibility is based on the job application and any accompanying documentation. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide sufficient information and details within the body of the application (education and work experience sections) to permit the City of Yakima to properly evaluate the candidate's qualification, abilities and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position. For calculation of experience, one year of experience equals 12 months with a minimum of 173.33 hours per month. Additional required documents must be attached. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application fields. This is a temporary non-civil service position not to exceed 866 work hours in the year. Temporary positions are not covered by collective bargaining benefits. Temporary operators may be eligible for promotion to a permanent operator position. Applications without an employment driving record will not be considered. A "Full" or "Employment" Driving Record MUST BE ATTACHED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. You can obtain your driving record from the local DMV or online at License Express (WA) https://www.dol.wa.gov/licenseexpress.html. Record must have been obtained within 30 days of submission. If you have difficulty attaching your driving record, please contact 509-575-6090 for assistance. Minimum requirements include a CDL license as defined, a high school diploma/GED, and six (6) months driving and/or customer service experience is preferred. Shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing, pursuant to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (49 CFR Part 40) and the Federal Transit Administration's Regulations (49 CFR Part 655). Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License. Passenger endorsement is preferred and must be obtained within six (6) weeks of hire. Must obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate within six (6) months of appoint