EEO Statement
Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Category: Classified (non-exempt)
Department: Facilities Operations
EEO number: 26C126
Position FTE: 75% FTE
Minimum Hourly Rate
$18.94/hrSalary Band: DRVER
Job Summary/Basic Function
Under general supervision, safely transports University students, employees and visitors.
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of full-time bus driving or equivalent
vehicle experience are required. Experience must include a minimum of six months experience
in the routine care and maintenance of vehicles, or three months training or education in auto
maintenance or auto mechanics. Must be able to read, write and comprehend common
vocabulary.
VI. WSU TESTING/EXAMINATIONS REQUIRED
The U.S. Department of Transportation requires a physical examination prior to employment and
annually. Employees will undergo random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-toduty
drug and alcohol testing.
VII. CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSURE REQUIRED*
vehicle experience are required. Experience must include a minimum of six months experience
in the routine care and maintenance of vehicles, or three months training or education in auto
maintenance or auto mechanics. Must be able to read, write and comprehend common
vocabulary.
VI. WSU TESTING/EXAMINATIONS REQUIRED
The U.S. Department of Transportation requires a physical examination prior to employment and
annually. Employees will undergo random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-toduty
drug and alcohol testing.
VII. CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSURE REQUIRED*
- Must currently have possessed a valid U.S. driver's license for at least one year*.
- A valid Ohio Commercial Driver's License (Type A or B) with Passenger Endorsement is required.
*Employees who operate University vehicles, or as a condition of employment, whose jobs
require that they operate University vehicles, or that they operate their personal vehicles on
University business, are subject to Wright Way Policy #2601, and must consistently meet the
requirements of Risk Management for employees who drive under these circumstances.
require that they operate University vehicles, or that they operate their personal vehicles on
University business, are subject to Wright Way Policy #2601, and must consistently meet the
requirements of Risk Management for employees who drive under these circumstances.
Essential Functions and percent of time
- Drives equipped buses and vans to transport passengers on campus, in/or out of state charter trips. Provide assistance to disabled persons in loading, unloading to ensure safety for travel. Operates manual jacking gear properly to stow lift for transport and repair.
- May operate cars, passenger vans, cargo vans or trucks to transport passengers, material and supplies.
- Inspects, services, cleans and maintains buses, vans and other vehicles. Prepare mileage, fuel, passenger and other reports.
- Pumps gasoline and diesel fuel, checks oil and water fluid levels, provides routine under- the-hood service inspections and cleans windshields on university vehicles brought in for service.
- Perform routine cleanup operations in the service area such as sweeping and mopping floors.
Working Conditions
Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or
equal to 65 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment
and materials. Exposure to unpleasant odors and/or high noise levels may exist. There may be
frequent exposure to extreme temperatures and/or weather conditions. Any combination of
overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required. This position may be
designated as essential and/or the employee may be required to provide a means to be contacted
during non-duty hours for emergencies.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
equal to 65 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment
and materials. Exposure to unpleasant odors and/or high noise levels may exist. There may be
frequent exposure to extreme temperatures and/or weather conditions. Any combination of
overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required. This position may be
designated as essential and/or the employee may be required to provide a means to be contacted
during non-duty hours for emergencies.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
First Consideration Date: 01/20/2026