Bus Driver

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefits for you and eligible家

Job summary

Lehigh University’s Transportation Services team keeps campus moving - literally. This full-time Bus Driver role puts you at the center of a university community that values every member of its staff.

As a Bus Driver, you will operate campus buses and vans on Bethlehem campus routes, follow schedules, perform inspections, and deliver courteous service with safety focus for passengers and vehicles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of related experience.
• CDL Class B with Air Brake endorsement as required.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to follow routes and adapt to conditions.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to passenger safety.
• Full-time shift schedule including early mornings or evenings.

Responsibilities

• Operating university buses and vans to transport students, faculty, staff, and visitors over scheduled campus and local routes.
• Following assigned time schedules to ensure reliable, on-time service across Bethlehem campus and off-campus destinations.
• Conducting pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and reporting issues promptly.
• Providing courteous, attentive service while maintaining a safe vehicle environment.

Skills

Situational awareness

Reliability

Punctuality

Customer service

Written communication

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lehigh University's Transportation Services team keeps campus moving - literally. If you take pride in safe driving, reliable service, and making people's days a little easier, this full-time Bus Driver role puts you at the center of a university community that values every member of its staff.

Position Number: S79050

This position is a Grade: 7 - 37.5 with an approximate salary range of $37,190-$44,640 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating university buses and vans to transport students, faculty, staff, and visitors over scheduled campus and local routes
• Following assigned time schedules to ensure reliable, on-time service across Lehigh's Bethlehem campus and designated off-campus destinations
• Conducting pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and reporting mechanical issues promptly
• Providing courteous, attentive service to all passengers while maintaining a safe vehicle environment

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• One to three years of related experience
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Air Brake endorsement, as required for Lehigh University transportation operations
• A clean driving record with demonstrated experience operating buses, vans, or other passenger vehicles
• Ability to adhere to set route schedules and adapt to changing conditions or passenger needs
• Strong situational awareness and a consistent commitment to road and passenger safety
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working a full-time shift schedule including early mornings or evenings as rostered
• Basic written communication skills for completing vehicle logs and incident reports

Why Lehigh

Lehigh University has been a cornerstone of the Bethlehem community for over 150 years, and its staff are a genuine part of that story. As a full-time nonexempt employee, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, a robust retirement plan, generous paid time off, and tuition benefits for you and eligible family members, a meaningful advantage at one of Pennsylvania's leading research universities. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university's mission.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Advertised: September 22, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: September 28, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time