What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at VINCENNES UNIVERSITY?
Bus Driver – Part Time
Position Summary:
Transport staff, students, and alumni to various functions as needed.
Qualifications:
Possess a Class B CDL, pass a DOT physical.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Safety – Possess and maintain an adequate safety record; understand and follow all safety procedures and use of safety equipment.
- Communications – Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers, faculty & staff, students and the general public
Job Responsibilities:
- To run short, daily, overnight, and weekly trips using a 35 passenger bus or a 15 passenger van.
- To be on campus one hour prior to departure time and at the pick-up site twenty minutes prior to departure time.
- Coordinate trips with the Physical Plant front office staff and the University personnel that have requested trips.
- Responsible for trip tickets including mileage, time, lodging, meal allowance, etc. and coordinate the same with the office staff.
- Responsible to inform (in writing) the mechanic supervisor of any mechanical problems or needs.
- To always be in compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Code of Federal Regulations, maintaining log book, mileage, driving hours, etc.
- To always be in compliance with the Vincennes University CDL Driver Drug and Alcohol Policy which includes being subject to controlled substances and alcohol testing rules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Availability – Able to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays including several days at a time; on call available to drive with adequate lead time notice
- Mechanical knowledge considered a plus
- Two years documented experience in commercial driving with passenger hauling considered a plus
Physical Demands:
- Standing, bending, climbing, carrying, reaching, handling, and use of fingers 50% or more of the work day
- Regular attendance as scheduled is required for this position.
- Work both indoors and outdoors, occasionally under inclement weather conditions.
- Hours will vary daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly as the need varies
Our Benefits
- Medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Disability and life insurance
- Excellent holiday and time off benefits
- Life Assistance Program (LAP)
- Retirement savings options
- Educational support benefit
- Membership & discount offers
Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.
Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active engagement.
Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Salary : $36,206 - $47,476