Bus Operator I PT - Student Transportation

Valdosta State University; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Valdosta State University is seeking a part-time Bus Operator I for Student Transportation to shuttle students and other passengers around campus and to external locations. The role supports safe, reliable campus mobility and requires a CDL with endorsements, a high school diploma, and related experience.

The position pays $16.85 per hour, with duties including vehicle inspections, logs, and ongoing training to maintain necessary licenses and certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and one year of related work experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid CDL with endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bus or van to transport students and other passengers around campus and to external locations.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Complete mileage, maintenance, and other required logs and reports.
• Complete required training and maintain licenses and certifications.

Skills

Vehicle inspections

Log completion

Training compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Commercial driver's license (CDL) with endorsements

Job description

Job Title: Bus Operator I PT - Student Transportation

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 301551

About Us

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help. As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Job Summary

Operate bus or van to transport students and other passengers.

Based on the recent Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

Responsibilities

There are 2 available positions.

Typical Allocation of Duties:

Operate a bus or van - 70%
Operate a bus or van to transport students and other passengers around campus and to external locations. Transport sports teams and other groups to a variety of locations.

Conduct inspections and perform maintenance - 10%
Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Make minor repairs as needed. Report maintenance needs to supervisor.

Complete logs and other reports - 10%
Complete mileage, maintenance, and other required logs. Complete required reports.

Training and certification - 10%
Complete required training and maintain required licenses and certifications.

Required Qualifications

Required Experience
High School Diploma and one (1) year of related work experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver's license with endorsements.

Proposed Salary

$16.85/hr

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires institutions of higher education to publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on campus; in or on certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and statistics. The ASFSR is published annually by October 1 and is available online at: https://www.valdosta.edu/administration/finance-admin/police/documents/2025-asfr-final-draft-aa.docx.pdf. You may request a paper copy of the report by emailing [e-mail].