On-Call CDL Trolley Driver – Campus Transit

Union College Career Center in Becker Hall; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access

403(b) Retirement Plan participation

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY seeks an On Call Trolley Driver to transport students, staff and community members to College-approved locations, following safety protocols. This is a temporary, non-exempt, part-time role with variable hours.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, providing trip information to dispatch, maintaining schedules, reporting safety concerns and incidents. A valid NYS CDL Class B with P endorsement and 2+ years of driving experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid New York State Commercial Driver’s License, minimum class B with P endorsement.
• At least 2 years of transportation driving experience.
• Strong communications skills for working with a diverse group of college Faculty, Staff and Students.
• Drivers are subject to CDL standards and random drug/alcohol testing as mandated by 49 CFR 382 & 49 CFR 40.
• Physical requirements: Sit for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and assist passengers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Duties of the driver include a pre-trip inspection of the equipment to be used during the designated route
• Provide the dispatcher with trip information prior to the start of each trip
• Maintain the scheduled times and locations as posted for the Trolley Service
• Report all concerns of vehicle safety, including concerns of safety for the community being served, i.e. road hazards, sick or intoxicated students to the immediate supervisor from Campus Safety
• Report any incidents whether they appear minor or major to the driver

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Tools

CDL license (Class B with P endorsement)

Job description

Union College in Schenectady, NY seeks an On Call Trolley Driver to transport students, staff and community members to College-approved locations, following safety protocols. This is a temporary, non-exempt, part-time role with variable hours.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, providing trip information to dispatch, maintaining schedules, reporting safety concerns and incidents. A valid NYS CDL Class B with P endorsement and 2+ years of driving experience are required.