Night Transit Driver: Safe, Customer-Focused Shuttle

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a Night Transit Driver to support safe, reliable transportation for the Duke community during evening and overnight hours. You’ll operate vehicles, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and work with dispatch to meet service needs while upholding campus policies.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, sound judgment, and independent work in a mobility-focused environment. Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work and variable weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions typically acquired through a partial high school education.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned vehicles within service boundaries following traffic laws and University policies.
• Transport passengers professionally and courteously including students, employees, patients, and visitors.
• Coordinate with dispatch and use two-way radios, tablets, and other devices.
• Complete manifests, inspections, incident reports, and required records accurately and timely.
• Primarily work evening and overnight shifts and operate outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer-facing transportation

Independent work

Decision making

Education

Partial high school education

Tools

Mobile technology usage

Tablets & radio equipment

Job description

Duke University is seeking a Night Transit Driver to support safe, reliable transportation for the Duke community during evening and overnight hours. You’ll operate vehicles, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and work with dispatch to meet service needs while upholding campus policies.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, sound judgment, and independent work in a mobility-focused environment. Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work and variable weather conditions.