PT Seasonal PTS Driver W/CDL

About the role

Operates shuttle bus, receives instructions from coordinator and responds to requests throughout Cambridge/Allston campuses. This is a relief driver position.

Schedule

• 19 hours per week: Seasonal position
• Sunday: 12:00am–5:00am
• Monday: 12:00am–4:00am
• Thursday: 6:45am–11:45am
• Friday: 6:45am–11:45am
• Management will have the discretion to alter the work schedule day with a 48-hour notice to employee to cover for vacations/extended absences/open shifts/charters.

Responsibilities

• Operates shuttle bus on designated routes on the Cambridge and Allston campuses
• Operates transit vehicles for charters and extended services
• Communicates on two-way radio with coordinator to receive instructions and confirm changes, additions, or deletions from route schedule
• Performs daily safety inspection of vehicle and equipment
• Completes vehicle condition report which includes requests for maintenance and repair
• Performs refueling and electric recharging of vehicles as needed
• Assists passengers with mobility impairments both entering and exiting vehicle
• Performs related duties as required

Working conditions

• Will be required to wear a uniform provided by employer
• Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel

Physical requirements

• Must be willing and able to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Required to sit for prolonged periods of time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Massachusetts state commercial driver's license with "Passenger & Air Brake" endorsements
• Minimum of five years driving experience required
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Three to five years of related passenger transport experience preferred
• Must possess strong verbal communication skills, a clear speaking voice, and solid customer service skills, including: courtesy, flexibility, sensitivity, patience, and humor
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a customer-focused team environment required

Certificates and licenses

• Massachusetts state commercial driver's license with "Passenger & Air Brake" endorsements

Compensation

$35.20 plus $2.35 shift differential

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks