ESL Bus Driver Trainee

Utah Transit Authority hiring for ESL Bus Driver Trainee jobs in Farmington, UT, US

• Increase English proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through active class participation.
• Master key vocabulary and concepts related to operating and maintaining commercial vehicles.
• Refine customer service skills in English through a variety of communication simulations.
• Get to know the UTA Way, our organizational culture, and develop camaraderie with peers.
• Participate in an eight-week training program.

• At least 21 years of age.
• Ability to work in the US.
• Safe driver with a valid Utah driver license and no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
• No convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10 years.
• For safety sensitive positions it is required to obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card (paid by UTA)
• One year in a customer service role with ability to solve problems and resolve customer inquiries.

• High school or equivalent diploma, preferred.
• Demonstrated intermediate English proficiency in reading and writing with a level 4 or higher on the CASAS assessment.

• Communicate with supervisors and customers and maintain good interpersonal relations, both orally and over the radio, in English with support

• Operate all passenger buses safely.
• Report for assigned shifts on time.
• Perform the physical requirements of the job to include regular walking, floor to waist lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally/carrying up to 15 lbs. occasionally, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching, balancing, bending, and prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

** Applicants must have a CASAS assessment score before applying for this position. If you do not have a CASAS assessment score, please reach out to Cathleen Carter at Granite Peaks Adult Education - (385) 646-1468, or email cscarter@graniteschools.org 

Pay Rate: $15.986 per hour

Shift: 8:00 am - 3:15 pm Monday through Thursday (Shift & Days Off Subject to Change)

Class Starts: Monday, June 10th, 2024