BUS DRIVER

tsu.edu; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University in Houston is seeking a Bus Driver to operate university buses, vans and other vehicles for local and out-of-state transportation.

Under general supervision, you will transport students, staff and faculty, maintain mileage logs, ensure vehicle safety, and support driver training. Successful candidates hold a CDL with passenger endorsement and a Texas license, and have 3–5 years of related driving experience.

Qualifications

• Three to five years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Transports University vehicles for various departments, including Athletics, to local and out-of-state events.
• Maintains log of mileage, fuel and passengers to prepare state required reports.
• Checks to make sure bus is always safe.
• May assist in driver training for other employees.
• May wash clean dump restroom of bus on return from trips.
• Responsible for loading and unloading luggage.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Operating equipment

Time management

Independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Specialized or technical training

Job description

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Security Sensitive Position? Yes

Hours of Work

Hours of Work TBD

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number TSU203846

Official TSU Title BUS DRIVER

Grant Title N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Under general supervision drives university buses, vans or other vehicles to provide prompt and safe transportation for University students and staff. Transports equipment, faculty, staff, and students of the University to local and out-of-state events.

• Transports University vehicles for various departments, including but not limited to Athletics, to local and out-of-state events.
• Maintains log of mileage, fuel and passengers to prepare state required reports.
• Checks to make sure bus is always safe.
• May assist in driver training for other employees.
• May wash clean dump restroom of bus on return from trips.
• Responsible for loading and unloading luggage.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $19.53 - $24.90

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent and specialized or technical training.

Required Licensing/Certification

CDL with passenger endorsement.
Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• State, Local, and County laws.
• Demonstrates full/complete knowledge in an area. Requires command of technical and functional procedures, processes and subject matter in a job family or professional discipline to handle most situations and lead and/or review the work of others in multiple job classifications performing diverse responsibilities.
• Safety guidelines.

Skill in:

• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Operating equipment.
• Time management.

Ability to:

• Work independently.

Work Experience

Three (3) to five (5) years related experience.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Reach and grasp objects.
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, lift or crawl.
• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• May require routine travel.

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Special Instructions to Applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a High School diploma or G.E.D. and specialized or technical training?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have three (3) to five (5) years of related experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid Texas Driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement?
  • Yes
  • No