Part-Time Bus Driver

Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Part-Time Bus Driver.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a 12-46 passenger bus from campus to off-campus locations on a regular schedule.
• Operate passenger shuttle on a scheduled route from campus to off-campus locations.
• Operate bus on special trips as scheduled.
• Perform daily inspections as required.
• Fill gas tank when needed.
• Promptly report maintenance issues.
• Assist passengers with physical deficits on and off of vehicle, ensuring safe transport.
• Keep record of passenger numbers and/or log-book as required.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Chief Campus Services Officer.
• Complete all pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Enforce federal, state, and University guidelines for bus riders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in driving a bus is required.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a 24+ passenger endorsement is required.
• Previous or current public transportation or experience with large passenger vehicles is preferred.
• An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment background check, passing a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening, and meeting the Department of Motor Vehicles’ vision requirements.

Skills

• Knowledge of highway regulations.
• Knowledge of how to deal with patrons.
• Knowledge of how to deal with individuals with special needs.
• Knowledge of scheduling system and procedures.
• Knowledge of record keeping system.
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures.
• Ability to provide safe, clean, and comfortable transportation for students.
• Ability to maintain a commitment to the safety of students, drivers, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Skill in driving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Team-building skills.
• Stress management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service and public interaction skills.
• Ability to perform daily inspection of shuttle and ensure all preventive and scheduled maintenance are conducted.
• Ability to work independently with little to no direct supervision.
• Ability to be responsible, dependable, and punctual.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to exercise judgment and operate under time pressure.
• Able to speak and read English to converse with students.
• Ability and willingness to follow traffic regulations.
• Ability to adhere to strict daily route schedules.
• Able to work flexible hours.
• Ability to operate a bus in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records.
• Ability to comprehend written material.

About the Employer

Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.