Transit Bus Driver

Department Number/Name: 0-0282-000 / Parking and Transportation Services

Salary Plan: Staff

Job Code/Title: 6367 / Transit Bus Driver

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $31,320 - $39,672 ($15.00 - $19.00)

Position Number: 00008310, 00011165, 00017499, 00007090, 00018014, 00010448

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Parking and Transportation Services, a division the University of South Florida's Administrative Services, is responsible for the overall management of the Bull Runner Transit System and parking facilities and services. We are committed to providing guidance and assistance to the USF community and our guests with all their parking and transportation needs in a professional and courteous manner.

POSITION SUMMARY:

USF Transit Bus driver, a class B commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement, and no air brake restriction, holder, safely transports students, staff and visitors between USF Tampa campus and surrounding locations within a two mile radius of our campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safely transports students, staff and visitors between USF Tampa campus and surrounding locations within a two mile radius of our campus. Utilizes the 2-way radio and Mobile Data Terminal (MDT). Operates ADA equipment to including tie downs & audio visual announcement system (AVAS). Accurately records ridership counts using the MDT.

Pre-trip bus: Removes and turns in to dispatch, left/lost items from the bus. Sweeps interior of bus and removes trash.

Provides route and other necessary information to passengers.

Completes personal departmental paperwork in compliance with department's standards to include: When to Work, Sign-in/Sign-Out log, GEMS Self-Service leave record, and time sheets.

Other related responsibilities as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

High school diploma or equivalency; Possession of a current Florida CDL class B driver's license with passenger endorsement, as well as an active Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT physical).

PREFERRED:

Three or more years of experience driving buses or one year experience with Bull Runner. University setting experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS/TRAINING:

Possession of a valid Florida CDL (Commercial Driver's License), class B with passenger and airbrake endorsement. Current valid DOT medical card.

USF Tampa

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Job Opening Number: 36080

Posting Date: 01/19/2024

Re-Posting Date: 04/23/2024

Re-Posting End Date: 05/21/2024

How to Claim Veteran's Preference:

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.

Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.

For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

How To Apply

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

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To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

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About USF

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