"Shuttle Driver - Middlesex Community College"

Shuttle Driver

Unit: Part-Time Non-Unit

Department: Transportation Services

Reports to: Director of Safety & Campus Operations

Date: July 31, 2024 (Reopened October 11, 2024)

General Summary: The Shuttle Driver provides transportation support to the Bedford and Lowell communities under the direction of the Director of Safety & Campus Operations by providing shuttle services and performing related duties as required. The position is seasonal with most shifts occurring during the Fall and Spring Semesters, Monday - Friday between hours of 6:30am and 6:30pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate college vehicles safely and efficiently to transport students, faculty, staff and members of the College Community between the Bedford and Lowell campuses. From time to time, transport persons or materials to off-site locations.
• Answer questions pertaining to transportation services, schedules, parking and building information.
• Enforce basic passenger safety standards.
• Under the direction of the Van Coordinator, may check tire pressure, oil, battery, gas and water levels. Address issues as directed by the Van Coordinator.
• Under the direction of the Van Coordinator, report information such as mileage, number of stops, destinations, gas level, accidents, and unusual activity.
• Report the need for repair and/or maintenance to the Van coordinator.
• Under the direction of the Van Coordinator, maintain cleanliness of vehicles.
• Maintain excellent driving record in all types of weather.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license with a clean record, free from any major violations or recent accidents. A Driving record check will be conducted as a part of the hiring process.
• At least 5 years of driving experience.
• Understands and follows safety procedures.
• Ability to handle interactions with passengers respectfully, tactfully and patiently.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual skills

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $15.60 per hour in accordance with the College's Part-Time Wage Schedule

Location: Lowell and Bedford campuses

Hours: Up to 18.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire

Expected Start Date: November 2024

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled