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Motor Vehicle Operator (Bus Driver)

SUNY ESF
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026

Duties Description

The selected candidates will drive a variety of motor vehicles, primarily a bus on and off State property. Driver will be responsible for the transportation of people or cargo, maintaining a log, pre and post trip inspections, vehicle cleanliness and basic maintenance. When no driving is available, drivers will aid other departments (weeding, moving furniture etc.) Candidates must also pass a mandated per-employment drug screening test. Motor Vehicle Operators are subject to random drug screening tests throughout their career and are required to abide by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (OETETA). Participation in the License Event Notification System (LENS) is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a New York State Driver's License appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Candidates are required to possess a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and air-brakes. Training will be available for candidate(s) to obtain their CDL. Candidates should also have basic vehicle repair and maintenance knowledge

Additional Comments

This is a full-time position based on a 40 hour work week. Normal operating hours are 06:00AM - 2:30PM or 07:00AM - 3:30PM. These hours are subject to change depending on operational needs with the potential for overtime and overnight trips.

Salary : $38,235

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