Bus Driver, Full-Time
Job Description
Position Number:
129024Title:
Driver, BusFunctional Title:
Bus Driver, Full-TimeCategory Status:
22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2Applicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
VPA-Transportation Services-ShuttleHiring Range Minimum:
36208Hiring Range Maximum:
43450Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Campus/College Information:
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under the supervision of the Transit Operations Manager, the Bus Driver operates medium and heavy-duty commercial passenger vehicles, transporting passengers to various locations and ensuring the safety of all passengers. This role ensures the operational readiness of equipment by performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and properly clean, fuel and secure the vehicle upon completion of trip.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operates transit vehicles consisting of cutaway vans, 30’ buses, 35’ buses, and 40’ buses to transport passengers along assigned routes or designated point to point service
- Ensures passenger safety at all times; serves as informational source to passengers
- Serves as a representative of UMD DOTS by providing quality customer service to the students, staff, faculty, and guests and by being respectful of the surrounding community
- Adheres to assigned bus schedules, follows code of conduct policies and procedures and handles emergency situations while transporting passengers
- Follows all safety regulations in accordance with the Department of Motor Vehicles’ driving regulation as well as University’s and DOTS’ specific guidelines
- Performs daily and routine safety checks of equipment prior to and during use and assures safe operation, reporting any defects or maintenance issues
- Maintains a clean and neat vehicle
- Ability to be available to work on weekends, early mornings, and nights
- Attends meetings, programs and in-service training as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
One year as a driver.
- General knowledge of the care and operation of motorized equipment.
- Skill in driving buses in all kinds of weather and road conditions.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to assist passengers.
- Ability to problem solve and respond appropriately to a variety of complicated passenger and driving issues.
Preferences:
- One year in the operation of medium or heavy-duty commercial passenger vehicles.
- Required valid Maryland Commercial Class B Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and not restricted for airbrakes.
Additional Certifications:
Valid Maryland Commercial Class B Driver, with a passenger endorsement.
Additional Information:
Job Risks
Medical Clearance for Driving a Vehicle (ex Commercial Drivers License)Physical Demands
Posting Date:
07/23/2024Closing Date:
11/15/2024Open Until Filled
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