Senior Bus Driver

Job Summary:

The University Senior Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students, faculty, staff, and visitors to and from various university locations, events, and activities.

This is a temporary, seasonal assignment that will end on September 29th, 2024.

Job Responsibilities:

1.Driving and Transportation:

• Operate university buses along designated routes and schedules.

• Transport passengers to various locations, including campuses, residential areas, and off-campus events.

• Ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers.

2.Vehicle Maintenance:

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus.

• Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the appropriate department.

• Ensure the bus is always clean and presentable.

3.Customer Service:

• Provide courteous and professional service to all passengers.

• Address any passenger inquiries or concerns promptly and effectively.

• Assist passengers with special needs, including those with disabilities.

4.Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to all traffic laws and university transportation policies.

• Ensure all passengers follow safety protocols, including wearing seat belts if applicable.

• Maintain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.

5.Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate records of trips, passenger counts, and incidents.

• Assist in coordinating transportation logistics for special events.

• Participate in regular safety meetings and training sessions.

Job Qualifications:

• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsement.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional bus driving experience.

• Clean driving record with no major violations.

• Excellent knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to handle stressful situations and adapt to changing schedules.

• Physical ability to perform bus inspections and assist passengers