Campus Bus Operator, Campus Bus

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington’s Campus Bus Service is seeking qualified operators to run a safe, customer-focused transit service on the 1940-acre campus in Bloomington, IN. The role requires CDL B with passenger and air brake endorsements, completion of operator training, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The position is in-person on the IU campus, with competitive benefits including medical, dental, HSA, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of bus operator training.
• CDL license class B with passenger and air brake endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a public transportation vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Maintain positive customer relations with passengers and other road users.
• Monitor safety and mechanical operation of the vehicle and related systems.
• Prepare logs, forms, and reports on ridership and operations.
• May perform clerical, courier, or information duties when not driving.

Skills

CDL B endorsements

English proficiency

Safety consciousness

Time management

Customer service

Flexibility

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bus operator training program

Job description

CAMPUS BUS (BA-BUSS-IUBLA)

Since 1966, Indiana University (IU) Campus Bus Service has been providing bus service on the Bloomington campus. IU Bloomington's 1940-acre campus is often considered one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation and is set in USA Today's #2 Best College Town in America.

IU Bloomington is home to over 48,000 undergraduate and graduate students and over 19,000 faculty, staff, and part-time employees.

Campus Bus provides transportation to over 3 million rides a year and operates a 6-route system with approximately 30 buses, 50 bus operators, 4 mechanics, and a management team. It has a long-standing partnership with the local transit system, further extending its reach and resources.

Campus Bus is a business unit within Auxiliary Business Services (ABS). ABS operate in a shared services model that supports finance, human resources, payroll, and marketing needs of Campus Bus.

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Operates a public transportation vehicle in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining positive customer relations with passengers, drivers of other vehicles on the street, and pedestrians.
• Monitors the safety and mechanical operation of the public transportation vehicle assigned by constant attention to safety and mechanical devices and warning signals, such as the following (for the purposes of illustration only): the speedometer, water temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, engine warning lights and buzzers, etc.
• Operates mechanical and electronic devices on the public transportation vehicle, including front and rear doors, wheelchair lift or ramp, wheelchair securement devices, bus kneeling device, radio, Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) devices, passenger counters, destination signs, public address systems, heating and ventilating equipment, safety devices and warning lights, etc.
• Conforms to all University, local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations applicable to public transportation operations, including (for the purposes of illustration only), performing the following: pre-and post-trip inspections of the public transportation vehicle assigned, ADA required announcements and assistance for passengers with disabilities, etc.
• Prepares logs, forms, and reports on the ridership and operations of the assigned public transportation vehicle.
• May be assigned other duties not related to operating a public transportation vehicle when their services are not needed for driving, such as clerical, courier, public transit information duties, etc.

General Responsibilities

• Operates a public transportation vehicle in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining positive customer relations with passengers, drivers of other vehicles on the street, and pedestrians.
• Monitors the safety and mechanical operation of the public transportation vehicle assigned by constant attention to safety and mechanical devices and warning signals, such as the following (for the purposes of illustration only): The speedometer, water temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, engine warning lights and buzzers, etc.
• Operates mechanical and electronic devices on the public transportation vehicle, including front and rear doors, wheelchair lift or ramp, wheelchair securement devices, bus kneeling device, radio, Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) devices, passenger counters, destination signs, public address systems, heating and ventilating equipment, safety devices and warning lights, etc.
• Conforms to all Indiana University, local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations applicable to public transportation operations, including (for the purposes of illustration only), performing the following: Pre-and post-trip inspections of the public transportation vehicle assigned, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) required announcements and assistance for passengers with disabilities, etc.
• Prepares logs, forms, and reports on the ridership and operations of the assigned public transportation vehicle.
• May be assigned other duties not related to operating a public transportation vehicle when their services are not needed for driving, such as clerical, courier, public transit information duties, etc.

This position is posted at the Intermediate Career Level but may be filled at the Foundational Career Level depending on the candidate's qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see the qualifications for each level listed below.

Intermediate Career Level Requirements

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) AND
• Completion of bus operator training program.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 1 year of experience driving public transportation vehicles.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• CDL license class B with passenger and air brake endorsements and ability to be insured by Indiana University. These are Safety Sensitive positions as defined by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and are therefore subject to all current and future FTA Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations upon date of hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient in English with written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations and rules and regulations regarding public transportation.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and practices in the operation of public transportation vehicles.
• Ability to know your location in relation to the environment or know where other objects are in relation to you and the vehicle.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, hear, and understand verbal instructions and to maintain legible records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Foundational Career Level Requirements

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• Completion of the bus operator training program prior to operating a bus in regular service.
• Ability to successfully complete required classroom and on the street training program during the probationary period.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• CDL license class B with passenger and air brake endorsements and ability to be insured by Indiana University. These are Safety Sensitive positions as defined by the Federal Transit Administration and are therefore subject to all current and future FTA Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations Upon Date of Hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Be highly thorough and dependable;
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to high quality;
• Prioritize multiple demands and possess excellent organizational and time-management skills;
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy, even under pressure;
• Be proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills;
• Read and understand written instructions, hear and understand verbal instructions, and maintain legible records;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse population and effectively communicate verbally with passengers, members of the public, and other staff;
• Work with customers from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds;
• Possess flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
• Seek to acquire knowledge in area of specialty;
• Represent the company with external constituents;
• Know your location in relation to the environment or know where other objects are in relation to you and the vehicle;
• Learn safety precautions and practices in the operation of public transportation vehicles
• Learn and operate in accordance with traffic laws, and rules and regulations regarding public transportation.

This role requires stationary positioning for long periods of time. It also requires a CDL-B or chauffer's level driver's license issued by the State of Indiana and the ability to be insured by Indiana University. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.

During summer furlough period, alternative work assignments may be available.

• Employees who hold a CDL who are not 21 years of age are restricted to operating university vehicles within Monroe County only (INLOCC restriction)
• CDL holders under 21 years of age are required to operate intrastate commerce only (State of Indiana restriction)

Candidate must independently obtain CLP (Commercial Learner's Permit), class B, with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements, and insurable by Indiana University. The training must be completed in an 8-week time frame. These are safety sensitive positions as defined by the Federal Transit Administration and therefore subject to all current and future FTA drug and alcohol testing requirements upon date of hire.

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position

Intermediate

$21.34 per hour.

Foundational

$19.00 per hour, until training is successfully completed

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Operations

Job Family: Transportation

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