Bus Driver

Department Information

Salary begins at: $25.33/hour

Alamosa, Adams State University is a state-supported institution in the San Luis Valley, South-central Colorado located two and a half hours north of Santa Fe, NM and four hours south of Denver, CO. The university is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and is a regional education provider.

The San Luis Valley is the largest alpine basin in North America, surrounded by the beautiful Sangre de Cristo and the San Juan Mountain Ranges. Adams State is the perfect place to study, work and live.

Description of Job

This position will work part-time in the Facilities Services Department of Adams State University reporting to the Transportation Department. This work unit supports the institution by driving student and staff to and from events and/or activities utilizing State Fleet Vehicles.

Other specific duties of this position are:

• Performs pre-trip inspections and documents on all fleet vehicles and equipment.

• Performs maintenance on vehicles and equipment including auto detail, repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and records any necessary documentation.

• Cleaning and maintaining Fleet vehicles

• Responsible for inspecting vehicles and maintaining inspection documents as well as other associated records and reports as needed.

• Monitoring the mechanical condition of vehicles and equipment.

• Perform light maintenance of vehicles and equipment such as maintaining air and fluid pressure, monitor tire conditions, and wiper blades.

• Aid in transporting Fleet vehicles to outside sources/vendors for repairs

This position also may require work outside of normal business hours.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement: (New)

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This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

D7B2XXEQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Two (2) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

Special Requirements:

This position requires a Class B commercial license with a passenger endorsement and any requirements including drug screening and DOT physicals.

Please submit a copy of current Colorado Driver's License, a CDL medical card and a DMV record with your application.

Substitutions:

None.

A successful candidate will demonstrate responsible professional conduct at all times; will be punctual and observe scheduled work hours; will not abuse leave and will follow call-in procedures. the successful candidate will also follow safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment, when required.

Although this position is non-exempt for FLSA, it is a condition of employment at Adams State University to agree to receive compensation time in lieu of overtime pay.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must be:

Must be willing and able to meet the demands of the job which includes frequent bending, occasional lifting of approximately 50 pounds and sitting for extensive durations.

E-Mail Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be communicated through email.

All state classified employees must be hired and promoted through a comparative analysis process. After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials.

Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Any attachments such as cover letters, resumes or other documents that support your experience may also be reviewed during this phase.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort.

Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Adams State University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Tracy Rogers, at tracy_rogers@adams.edu or call (719)587-7990"

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