Temporary- Bus Driver (Pool)

Institution: Volunteer State Community College

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.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.tbr.edu/jobs/temporary-bus-driver-pool-gallatin-tennessee-united-states