Cat-Tran Bus/Shuttle Driver (T00936)

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an established educational institution as a Cat-Tran Bus/Shuttle Driver, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safe transportation for students and faculty. This position requires a valid driver's license and a commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement. You'll navigate the busy campus environment, providing exceptional service while adhering to safety protocols. This role offers part-time hours primarily during the Fall and Spring semesters, with the potential for annual reinstatement. If you're dedicated to public service and enjoy driving, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a valid NC Commercial driver's license.
• Background check and driver's license history check will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers according to established schedules.
• Complete operating reports and inspect buses/shuttles.

Skills

Knowledge of North Carolina motor vehicle laws

Skilled in operating a public transportation vehicle

Customer service orientation

Ability to read and comprehend documents

Ability to speak clearly over the radio

Education

High School Graduation

Job description

Cat-Tran Bus/Shuttle Driver (T00936)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must apply online.



PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.



Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.



Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Information

This position is on site at our Cullowhee campus.

This position is for an 11-month term followed by a 31-day break with part time hours, primarily for the Fall and Spring WCU class schedule, with potential for annual reinstatement. This position does not include benefits.

This position will serve as a Driver for the Cat Tran (WCU campus shuttle) operating a vehicle to transport passengers according to established schedules and during emergency situations. The drivers complete operating reports, inspect and clean buses/shuttles.

The operation of a vehicle will be within and in close proximity of the WCU campus. There are times during the day that the campus is very busy and congested which will require the driver to focus on safety in the operation of a Cat Tran bus/shuttle.

This position will function at the Contributing Competency Level.

Knowledge of North Carolina motor vehicle laws; Knowledge of federal laws, particularly those that apply to operating a passenger carrying vehicle; Knowledge of campus geography; Skilled in operating a public transportation vehicle, heavy truck, or other heavy vehicle; Skilled in public service contact with a customer orientation; Skilled in working in a regimented work environment that requires following orders; Ability to write legibly and coherently; Ability to speak clearly and distinctly over the radio and to passengers; Ability to read and comprehend documents, policies, directives, and text-based electronic media.

Posting Number	temp hourly1142P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30754
Classification Title
Working Title	Cat-Tran Bus/Shuttle Driver (T00936)
Department	Cat-Tran
Salary Range	$15-$16/hr dependent upon endorsements
Posting Information
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications	Must possess a valid driver's license. A background check and driver's license history check will be performed on all applicants considered for employment. Valid NC Commercial drivers license with a ("P" ) Passenger Endorsement.
Preferred Qualifications	Graduation from High School.

Posting Text

Applicants must apply online.



PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.



Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.



Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	04/21/2025
Close Date	04/21/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background/E-Verify
Credential Verification
EOE
University Safety

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume


2. DD-214

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *
   Are you currently enrolled as a student at WCU?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


2. *
   Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


3. *
   Do you have a valid NC Driver's License?
   
   
   
   • no
   
   
   • yes
   
   
   
   


4. *
   If you answered "No" to the above question than do you have a valid Driver's License in any state in the USA?
   
   
   
   • no
   
   
   • yes
   
   
   
   


5. *
   Do you possess a valid Commercial Drivers License?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


6. *
   If you answered "Yes" to the question above, do you possess a Passenger Endorsement (P) on your Commercial Drivers License?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


7. *
   Do you have bus/shuttle driving experience?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


8. *
   How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   
   
   
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   
   
   • Inside Higher Ed
   
   
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   
   
   • Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
   
   
   • Indeed.com
   
   
   • Personal Referral
   
   
   • Agency Referral
   
   
   • Other