Employment

Prairie Hills Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Join a supportive and collaborative team where your skills are valued, and your contributions empower individuals and strengthen your community.

TRANSIT DISPATCHER

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We are seeking a reliable and skilled Full-Time Transit Dispatcher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong telephone etiquette, and a passion for customer service. You will be responsible for coordinating transportation schedules, answering customer inquiries, and assisting with daily operations using technology and transit management systems. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and a solid understanding of the communities in western South Dakota to provide the best service. On-the-job training. Prior dispatching or customer service experience is a plus.

TRANSIT DRIVER

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Location: Spearfish Regional Facility
Status: Full-time

We seek team members who are caring, competent, adaptable to change, and results oriented. We desire people who will focus on service quality, reduction of operating costs and providing outstanding customer service to every person every day. We need people who are dedicated to continuous learning, and who want to actively contribute toward our goal of providing outstanding transportation services in our region at competitive costs. We call this a “Job Description” because we need employees who value teamwork, can accept changing role duties, and want to be multi-skilled by performing a variety of tasks. 

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Driver must be able to read and write legibly to record rider names, addresses, pick-up & destination
locations, mileage, time and complete forms and records.
Articulate speech and excellent hearing are essential to communicate with patrons, co-workers and to identify vehicle and traffic noises.
The driver musthave the physical ability to push common wheelchairs and stoop, kneel or stand to assist patrons.
The incumbent is required to work in inclement weather with fluctuating temperatures and varying precipitation levels.
Must be able to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
Must be able to learn and follow passenger safety techniques while using lift equipment.
The driver must be willing to comply with the random drug/alcohol testing according to established policy.
Drivers must meet the requirements to correctly use and secure all passenger securements in the Prairie Hills Transit fleet.  Any occurrence of failure to use securements will result in points against your record using the Safe Operator Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:  Completion of high school or equivalent required.  Previous passenger bus driving experience preferred.  Technical Skills: Demonstrate the knowledge, ability and skills required to be able to understand, influence and serve people.  Must be able to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.  Required to possess or develop knowledge of streets in many communities.  Must understand and be able to communicate requirements and guidelines to passengers. Safe driving habits and vehicle use a must.

Other qualifications/certificate/license:  The Driver must possess or be willing to obtain a valid South Dakota CDL (Commercial Drivers License) with a P (Passenger) endorsement within 30 days of hire, must have or be willing to obtain certification in CPR and training in First-aid procedures within 30 days, passenger sensitivity, defensive driving, wheelchair ramp/lift use and securement procedures, fire safety training and evacuation training.

PC Competencies: Ability to learn simple computer data entry on required forms.

Behavioral Competencies:
Supports Prairie Hills Transit’s vision and mission.
Maintains 100 % confidentiality of all work information according to HIPAA regulations.
Demonstrates an ability to function successfully in a team environment.
Exhibit courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of all patrons and co-workers.
Displays a positive attitude and adaptability to changing situations.
Participates in identifying problems and suggesting solutions.

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance