Job Summary

This position will transport students, faculty, and staff to athletic competitions, academic events, and other college-related activities. This position requires flexibility, including evening, weekend, and occasional overnight travel.

Job Duties

Operates, cleans, maintains, fuels, and inspects buses. Ensures safe operation of the bus. Ensures the safety of all passengers. Maintains current status of all qualifications for commercial driving according to institution, local, state, and federal regulations. Completes all necessary paperwork promptly and accurately according to institution, state, and federal agencies. Completes all training and testing as required by the institution, state, and federal agencies. Maintains accurate records of hours of service and miles driven. Performs simple repairs to keep the buses safe and operable. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of experience driving a commercial or passenger vehicle.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement with a clean driving record.
• Big bus - Class B CDL with P endorsement.
• Small bus - Class C CDL with P endorsement.
• Possess a current federal Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) medical card.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Have no DWI or DUI convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience transporting college athletic teams or groups.
• Familiarity with regional and out-of-state travel logistics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of bus operation, including engine, transmission, cooling systems, safety features, basic electrical and vehicle HVAC.
• Ability to operate a bus safely.
• Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle laws.
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to troubleshoot minor mechanical issues.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adhere to schedules.
• Ability to adapt to stressful situations.
• Ability to work weekdays and weekends.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Ability to work with faculty, staff, and student populations.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time, climb stairs multiple times per day, and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Vol State campus locations and the surrounding areas.

Pay Rate

$30.00 per hour

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for temporary part-time positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.