Bus Driver

Northern Arizona University; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Arizona University Shuttle Services is hiring a Bus Driver to operate campus transit buses on designated routes, ensuring safety, reliability, and schedule adherence in a busy university environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of experience, and a valid AZ Class D license; CDL may be needed for specific vehicle types. On-site position with emphasis on customer service and operational accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Valid Arizona Class D driver’s license.
• Commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B or C preferred, not required if 1-15 passengers transported.

Responsibilities

• Drives a bus, tram, or van to transport passengers on campus or to events regionally.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
• Keeps vehicle and passenger logs; updates shuttle data and records.
• May assist with scheduling and organizing training or administrative tasks.

Skills

Bus operation

Customer service

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Job description

Bus Driver

Northern Arizona University

Special Information

• This position is open to current NAU employees and Partner

Assistance Program Partners ONLY.

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to

complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.

Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver's license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

About the Department/College

Northern Arizona University Shuttle Services provides safe, reliable, and accessible transportation for the NAU campus community. Our team operates scheduled campus shuttle service designed to connect students, faculty, staff, and visitors with key locations across campus.

About the Position

The Bus Driver operates university transit buses along designated routes and schedules, transporting students, faculty, staff, and visitors throughout campus. This position is responsible for maintaining a high standard of safety, customer service, and schedule adherence while operating in a busy university environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent driving skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with students, campus departments, coworkers, and the public. The position requires the ability to safely operate a large transit vehicle in varying weather and traffic conditions while maintaining awareness of pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Responsibilities Include

75% - Transportation

• Drives a bus, tram, or van to transport passengers along a scheduled route on campus, or to events locally or within the state.
• Makes pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicle.
• Performs service and maintenance of vehicles, such as cleaning interior and exterior, and light bulbs Conducts bi-weekly vehicle inspection including pre/post-trip reviews Reports observed safety hazards, suspicious activities, or damages to university property.
• Charters will be assigned as needed.

15% - Communication

• Provides directions and assistance to campus members and guests with questions or issues related to university shuttle services and transportation.
• Updates university shuttle data to ensure access to accurate and timely information.

5% - Data

• Keeps vehicle and passenger logs.
• Helps enter and compile data related to NAU shuttle services.
• Updates university shuttle data to ensure access to accurate and timely information.
• Actively participates in training, events, and operations in support of department mission and goals.

5% - Administrative

• May assist with scheduling and organizing training.
• Some Admin work may be needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 1 years of relevant experience.
• Possession of a valid Arizona Class D driver's license.
• Possession of a valid Commercial driver's license (CDL), Class B or Class C.

Note: Possession of a valid Commercial driver’s license (CDL), Class B or Class C is not required if the vehicle transports 1-15 passengers.

Driving Requirement

Driving high occupancy or CDL class vehicles between campus locations is a required job activity. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver's license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of tools and processes of campus shuttle services.
• Knowledge of university bus maintenance methods and processes.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws.

Skills

• Bus, tram, or van operation skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Record keeping skills.