[The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is recruiting for one (1) or more to the position of Paratransit Operator. This is an Amalgamated Transit Union, Division 618 (ATU 618) position.

**[Position: Paratransit Operator

**[Posting Period:[ July 1, 2023 through July 5, 2024

*[Salary: *[$21.71 Hourly / $45,156.80 Annually

**[Reports To:[ Flexible Services Division Superintendent

[Union Affiliation:[ Amalgamated Transit Union Division 618 (ATU 618) [Bargaining Unit Selection Criteria will be applied. *[Description of Work[: [Under general direction, the Paratransit Operator is responsible for the safety and transportation of passengers and equipment per daily manifest in compliance with all applicable policies and regulations. Responsible for performing routine vehicle inspections and maintaining cleanliness and proper fluid levels. Collects designated fares from passengers following established policies, guidelines and procedures.

[This is a full-time position within the Flexible Services Division. Hours can vary based on the needs of business; hours are not guaranteed. Must be able to work early morning, split or late evening shifts. Must be available on weekends and holidays as needed.

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1. Assists passengers entering and exiting van;
2. Operates vehicle along assigned routes. Picks up passengers, collects and counts fares and protects revenue collected according to established procedures;
3. Operates vehicle in compliance with all company policies and state traffic laws and regulations;
4. Inspects vehicle (including, but not limited to, brakes, lights, doors, buzzers, tires, wheelchair lift, tie downs, and horn) to ensure serviceable condition. Keeps interior of vehicle neat and presentable to passengers (i.e., papers, etc.);
5. Must be able to fluently communicate both verbally and in writing with RIPTA staff and passengers;
6. Computer literacy required. Must be able to operate, read and understand information provided on a tablet to perform daily job duties;
7. Responsible for the safety of passengers and equipment;
8. Notifies the Operations Coordinator of any emergency, requesting additional assistance as needed; evacuates passengers if emergency situation warrants action;
9. Prepares accident/incident reports as soon as possible as required by applicable policy;
10. Maintains adequate knowledge of RIde system in order to provide routine information and direction to the public;
11. Attends training sessions provided by RIPTA to ensure passenger and vehicle safety;
12. Fuels vehicle and checks all fluid levels daily;
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

[The above duties and responsibilities are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position, nor are they intended to limit ]{arial",sans-serif"=""}