Shuttle Driver

About the role

Colgate provides a free shuttle service around Hamilton and the university campus, open to students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a shuttle, bus, or van to safely and courteously transport passengers around campus and throughout the Village of Hamilton.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal traffic regulations while following and enforcing safety procedures.
• Follow emergency procedures, including for mechanical failures, accidents, and medical emergencies.
• Operate vehicles while adhering to University policies and procedures.
• Conduct vehicle inspections as required by department policy and DOT regulations.
• Operate vehicle communication systems within the guidelines of University policies.
• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations regarding the operation of commercial vehicles.
• Clean and fuel shuttle, bus, or van as part of daily duties and as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain scheduled routes to establish time and mileage. Immediately notify the supervisor of changes/delays.
• Record and report incidents/problems through appropriate procedures established by the department, including accidents and mechanical concerns.
• Provide information to students, faculty, and staff members regarding the shuttle service program.
• Attend all required University, federal, and state regulatory in-service trainings and meetings.
• Maintain CDL and all applicable certifications and endorsements (including regular physicals, recertification training, and examinations).
• May occasionally take on dual roles, which include driving the bus/shuttle and handling dispatch duties, such as answering phones and coordinating schedules, as needed to support departmental requirements.
• Occasionally take on additional opportunities, including outings and on-demand trips outside of shuttle hours, providing transportation to and from (including but not limited to) the Utica and Syracuse bus and train stations, as well as Syracuse airport.

Requirements

• Must meet 19-A qualifications.
• Must submit and pass a DOT physical examination.
• Must have at least three years of driving experience.
• Employment is contingent upon completing a thorough background check, including employment history and a criminal record check.
• Must complete recertification requirements as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Familiarity with two-way radio communications.
• Basic computer skills.
• Schedule flexibility and ability to work various events during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal traffic regulations.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety procedures.
• Experience operating commercial vehicles.
• Proficiency in vehicle communication systems.
• Understanding of federal and state regulations regarding commercial vehicle operations.
• Ability to conduct vehicle inspections.
• Ability to maintain and update scheduled routes.
• Communication and reporting skills.
• Customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$22.50-$23.50 / hour

Schedule

This is a 10-month position, with June and July off. Shifts are 40 hours per week from 4:30pm – 2:30am Thursday through Sunday.