Position Summary :

Part-time, as-needed CDL driver for Western Colorado University Athletics Department. Must have Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, no air-brake restriction & an excellent driving record.

$35 / hour up to 6 hours or $350 / day per diem.

Job Description :

Western seeks a bus driver with a current CDL for part-time, as-needed work for Western Colorado University Athletics Department.

Duties : Transport Western Athletes to competitions in Colorado and throughout the west. Safely and confidently operate 56-passenger motor-coach or 30-passenger shuttle bus in a variety of weather conditions including rain, ice and snow over mountainous roads.

Conducts vehicle pre-trip and post trip inspections and complies with Western's vehicle services policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have current Colorado Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, no air-brake restriction & an excellent driving record.

Employment is subject to successful previous employer record check, department of motor vehicle record check, FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse query, and pre-employment drug screening.

Compensation : $35 / hour up to 6 hours or $350 / day per diem. Benefits include PERA retirement plan participation, discounted Western fitness center membership, admission to athletic events for which duties are performed.

How to apply : complete our online application. After the Bus Driver Manager reviews online application, you will need to complete a full bus driver application packet (to be supplied by the manager).

Contact Joe Spillyards Athletics Vehicle Manager - 970.759.9592 with questions.

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison / Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of 3,700 graduate and undergraduate students, the majority of which reside on the campus and in the community.

With average class sizes of 17 students, faculty and staff share a strong commitment to inclusivity and personalized, immersive education.

They are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. Western is committed to continual growth in regard to diversity, equity, and inclusivity and promotes participation in DEI initiatives from students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Please see our diversity statement, and our DEI Committee charge.

The University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, a rural community 200 miles southwest of Denver and the gateway to Crested Butte, a world class ski community.

K-12 students are served by the award-winning Gunnison Watershed School District. Both communities value the arts, quality of life, community-based wrap around services for children and adults, and continued personal growth and learning opportunities.

At an elevation of 7,700 feet in the southern Rocky Mountains, the Gunnison Valley provides exceptional year-round outdoor recreational and cultural opportunities including summer arts and music festivals, mountain biking, skiing, kayak / rafting, rock climbing, hiking and camping.

all within minutes of the campus.

Visit http : / / www.western.edu to learn more about the university.

Western Colorado University believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (for state classified positions, with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Please see our diversity statement, and our DEII Committee charge.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS :

Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY / VETERANS

Last updated : 2024-05-31