Bus Operator (FT)

About the role

The Transit Bus Operator is responsible for transporting people between various places including, on and off campus facilities for schooling, work and across state lines. They are responsible for driving regular routes and others transport passengers on chartered trips etc. The Bus Operators are responsible for driving Cars, Trucks, and buses to 60-foot articulated buses (with two connected sections) that can carry more than 100 passengers. Must Operate vehicles in a safe manner and various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Drive regular routes and transport passengers on chartered trips.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections as well as other basic maintenance.
• Work independently and exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Available in the event of school closings, delays, shutdowns, and any emergencies including clean up required because of severe weather incidents.
• Perform snow removal activities as assigned, such as shoveling, salting, etc.
• Work for other departments within the Facilities Management Division during the summer season.
• Follow established safety driving procedures and techniques to perform and complete assigned bus routes and/or special chartered trips to ensure that they and all passengers are safe.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance such as checking the bus tires, oil and lights to ensure their vehicle is in good working order, clean and presentable to the public at the start of their shift.
• Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations.
• Assist passengers with disabilities to get on and off the bus.
• Obeys traffic laws and state and federal transit regulations.
• Interact with passengers in a professional, courteous and helpful manner.
• Keep passengers informed of possible delays.
• Respond calmly and in a timely manner in stressful situations and continue to calmly operate their bus.
• Report accidents or other traffic disruptions to a central dispatcher, and follow directions when using an alternate route.
• Dust, wipe and polish windows, doors, handrails and furniture such as desks, bookshelves etc.
• Empty office trash cans and recycling bins as well as sweep, vacuum and mop floors.
• In down periods, be reassigned to work in other areas such as grounds, maintenance, custodial, and transportation, as determined by the FMD management.
• Remain abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks.
• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Qualifications, Credentials, And Competencies

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1+ years of related experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the Transit bus driving field.
• A class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) and complete a training program.
• Must meet hearing and vision requirements.
• Passenger and Air Brake endorsements on their CDL.
• Certifications obtained while employed by Liberty University at the expense of the employer will be reimbursed back to the University upon voluntary termination (resignation) for the first 12 months after acquiring it.
• Effective communication both verbally and in writing, with strong organizational and computer skills.
• Experience in driving buses on fixed routes is preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform duties of a transit bus operator in typical Virginia climate.
• A desire to work with a team to accomplish goals, grow and improve, and understand/follow directions under stressful situations in a calm manner.
• Be courteous, detail oriented, self-motivated, diligent, and trustworthy.

Benefits

This is a full-time, benefited position. Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.