Shuttle/Escort Driver - Transportation Services

About the role

Carnegie Mellon University’s Transportation Services department is searching for a Shuttle/Escort Driver to join the team. In this role, you will operate shuttle buses and multi-passenger vans on predetermined routes and on call-out to student residences within an approximate one and one-half mile radius of campus, or between any university buildings, including university off-campus housing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of passengers by immediately reporting any criminal or suspicious activity, disturbances, threats, or requests for medical assistance
• Report hazardous road conditions and any traffic citations, violations, or incidents
• Safely operate escort bus or other assigned vehicle, including conducting a visual and physical inspection before, during, and at the end of each shift
• Refuel and clean the interior of the vehicle as needed and immediately report any maintenance problems or concerns
• Follow all required traffic laws as contained in Title 18, The PA Vehicle Code, and all Federal DOT regulations and requirements for CDL operators
• Maintain constant direct contact with and follow all instructions and directions from the Transportation Manager
• Adhere to all established routes and department guidelines, rules, and protocols

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1–3 years of previous driving experience
• Valid PA Driver’s License
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement (Class A or B with passenger endorsement and without air brake restriction) and current medical card
• Valid DOT Medical Certificate
• Successful background check
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screen; subject to post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing
• PA Child Protection Clearances (Act 153)
• Fitness-for-duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam
• Driver history check, including record of violations and crashes
• Register and provide electronic consent to initial full query with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse resulting in no prohibitions
• Consent to yearly FMCSA Clearinghouse and driver Motor Vehicle Record queries

Skills

• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with a diverse campus community
• Strong attention to detail and ability to keep and maintain accurate and detailed reports and records
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow motor vehicle/traffic laws while maintaining a safe and secure environment
• Willingness to work evening hours and shift work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to perform clearly defined tasks with minimal direction
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills to build positive relationships
• Proficient computer and analytical skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Paid time off and observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to Family Concierge Team for childcare navigation
• Fitness center access