Driver

Gallaudet University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 31,175 - 41,548; Full time

Job summary

Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. is hiring a Driver to transport students through various educational levels while ensuring a safe and professional environment. The Driver will operate a Class B commercial vehicle, including school and shuttle buses, and must adhere to all Department of Transportation regulations.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, at least three years of relevant driving experience, and a Class B or C CDL license. The position emphasizes safety and requires certification in CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience with driving buses, trucks, and school buses.
• Must possess air brakes and endorsements for passengers and/or school bus.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students using a Class B commercial vehicle.
• Ensures safe loading and unloading of students.
• Maintains adherence to DOT regulations and conducts vehicle inspections.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate in American Sign Language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B or C CDL license

Job description

Overview

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21.

Job Title: Driver
Employee Type: Regular
Pay Type: Hourly
Exempt Status: No
Compensation Grade: S2
Hiring Range: $22.63-$30.16
Supervisory Organization: Drivers

Summary

Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Driver transports the student population from Pre‑K through college, ensuring a secure and supportive environment while maintaining high standards of professionalism, safety, and service.

Job Description

• Safely operates a Class B commercial vehicle, including school buses and shuttle buses, to transport students across all educational levels.
• Ensures the safe loading, unloading, and transport of students while maintaining a positive and professional environment.
• Maintains strict adherence to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Conducts and documents pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintains accurate logs and required transportation records.
• Lifts and secures equipment, wheelchairs, and child safety seats as necessary.
• Performs light mechanical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Fuels buses and other campus vehicles to ensure fleet readiness.
• Assists with minor vehicle upkeep, including topping off fluids (oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid) and jump‑starting vehicles when needed.
• Operates golf carts, trucks, vans, and other vehicles for special events, campus tours, and equipment transportation.
• Supports transportation needs for field trips, athletic competitions, and special collegiate events.
• Maintains a clean and professional vehicle appearance, including performing quick sweeps of vehicles after each route to check for lost items.
• Submits gas receipts, incident/accident reports, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains a positive and supportive working relationship with co‑workers and supervisors.
• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to belonging in the workplace and participates in activities and workshops to foster continuous learning.
• Serves as a mandatory reporter under TitleIX; commits to completing TitleIX training and other compliance requirements on an annual basis.
• Prioritizes safety in the workplace as a collective responsibility for the well‑being of employees and fosters a culture of safety that is integral to our success, including strict adherence to safety procedures and protocols, as well as promptly reporting any safety hazards or incidents.
• Performs related and other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of three years of experience with driving buses, trucks, and school buses.
• Class “B” or “C” CDL license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated driving record with no moving violations or points.
• Demonstrated ability to work with and across University departments, outside constituents and groups.

Additional Job Details

• The successful candidates must possess air brakes (except for the Small School Buses) and endorsements of (P) passengers and/or (S) school bus.
• The successful candidate must be able to meet and maintain all DOT and institutional requirements, including physical examinations, drug and alcohol screenings, and background investigations.
• The successful candidate must be able to move, lift and secure students and equipment upon entering and exiting the school bus and during emergency situations.
• The successful applicants must possess the Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid or attain it within thirty days of hire.

Other Important Information

• The successful candidate will undergo a background check that must be cleared prior to working at Gallaudet University.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws and applies to all procedures affecting applicants and employees including, but not necessarily limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reappointment, tenure, demotion, selection for training, layoff, furlough, and termination, compensation, and all other conditions or privileges of employment.