Job Description

Location

490 W. Los Angeles Ave. Simi Valley, 93065

Description

Join our Transit Division team!

• Do you enjoy interacting with the general public and delivering exceptional customer service?
• Do you enjoy spending the day driving in the City?
• Do you have a good driving record?
• Does driving a heavy duty transit vehicle excite you?
• Are you empathetic and patient with general members of the public, including senior citizens and persons with disabilities?

Then we want to hear from you!

Details:

• Part-time regular position, must be willing to work varied hours including operational holidays, Saturdays, early morning hours (from 4:30 a.m.), and/or evenings (until 8:30 p.m.).
• Training provided to obtain a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certification.
• Position pays $23.42hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below) and room to grow.
• For the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link:

 

**Opportunity for Growth Built-in!**

 

Upon completion of a VTT certificate and a satisfactory probationary period, this position offers the opportunity to promote to Transit Coach Operator.

Pay range for the advanced level position:

Transit Coach Operator 

$23.42 - $29.93 hourly

 

Job Description URL: 

https://www.simivalley.org/home/showpublisheddocument/17637/636729608700500000

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Be professional and courteous to the public
• Follow concise directions
• Be an effective communicator
• Provide safe transportation to the public 

 

Minimum Qualifications for consideration:Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:Some experience in the operation of a transit vehicle is desirable.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in which medical is fully paid for most plans (including family coverage) as specified in the current employee group contract, a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, and many additional benefits including:

• Retirement/Pension:
  • 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members (includes Individuals who were active members of a reciprocal public retirement system within the last six months, or were previously employed with the City of Simi Valley and enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013), 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and single-highest year final compensation.
  • 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members, 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and three-year average highest final compensation.
  • 457(b) plan with a Roth option; City contribution of $20 per paycheck and match up to $50 per paycheck.
  • The City does not participate in the Social Security system; therefore, there is no FICA deduction from wages except for Medicare hospital insurance protection.
• Health Insurance: Coverage available as early as 1st of the month following start date. A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program. The City contributes $157 per month and up to $2,262.44 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” towards the cost of medical. “Simiflex Dollars” can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits. Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts are also available.
• Prescription Drug Plan:Major retail options and mail order program.
• Paid Dental Insurance: After the City contribution of up to $90.02 per month, Dental insurance from Delta Dental costs the employee $0 per month for family coverage depending on plan chosen.
• Vision Insurance: After the City contribution of $21.00 per month, Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $1.46 per month for family coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems, provided by Aetna.
• Optional Insurance from AFLAC:Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care.
• Paid Leave:
  • 208 hours (26, 8-hour days) per year of paid time off (one bank of time that combines vacation and sick leave) which has the option to be cashed out. Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service.
  • 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.
• Employee & Dependent Life Insurance Plansprovided at City expense.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per year.
• Alternative Work Schedules:Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule with alternative Monday or Friday off.

This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.

Special Instructions

All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a background investigation and may also include a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen. 

Ready to apply?

Click apply and attach a current resume! You only need to complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.

This recruitment is open until filled or when 25 applications are received. Apply online at www.SimiValley.org/careers

Selection Process: Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by e-mail to the next steps in our process. The eligibility list for hire will be determined by the supplemental questions. 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214.

Reasonable Accommodation:In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.

 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ENCOURAGING WORKFORCE DIVERSITY

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(805)583-6336

Contact email: 

jobs@simivalley.org

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Contract work, Traineeship, Flexible hours, Saturday, Afternoon shift, Early shift, Monday to Friday,

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