Campus Transit Driver Trainee — CDL Training Included

Mississippi State University; Starkville, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University seeks an Intermittent Campus Transit Bus Operator Trainee to support the Transportation Department during a five-week training period. On successful completion, trainees are placed as intermittent, student, or full-time drivers; intermittent staff capped at 720 hours per fiscal year.

Trainees will complete CDL Certification requirements and participate in scheduled training and overtime for university events; basic reading/writing skills and knowledge of road signs

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and understand general work instructions.
• Knowledge of road signs and driving procedures.
• Ability to analyze problems and make ethical decisions for resolution.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and constituents.

Responsibilities

• Meet all training requirements to become Campus Transit Bus Driver.
• Attend unit meetings and scheduled training; manage time effectively.
• Work overtime to cover University events as needed.
• Ask questions and use available resources during training.
• Report for work on time, alert, and fit for duty.
• Engage in study and training to pass CDL certification.
• Develop strong working relationships with coworkers for teamwork.
• Carry out assignments within provided timelines.
• Adhere to university policies, procedures and safety rules.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Public/customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mississippi State University seeks an Intermittent Campus Transit Bus Operator Trainee to support the Transportation Department during a five-week training period. On successful completion, trainees are placed as intermittent, student, or full-time drivers; intermittent staff capped at 720 hours per fiscal year.

Trainees will complete CDL Certification requirements and participate in scheduled training and overtime for university events; basic reading/writing skills and knowledge of road signs