Part-Time Shuttle Driver (DawgRide)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Campus facilities access

Discounts

Job summary

Butler University is seeking part-time DawgRide drivers to operate the university shuttle in the evening, delivering safe, on-demand transport for students across campus and nearby areas. You will use a mobile dispatch app to pick up riders, navigate to locations, and complete drop-offs with courteous, professional service.

Responsibilities include performing pre- and post-shift checks, recording trip logs, and adhering to traffic laws and university policies while maintaining a calm, safe ride

Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record.
• Minimum age 21 (insurance eligibility).
• Able to pass background and motor vehicle record checks.
• Comfort using smartphone apps for navigation and ride management.
• Strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and dependability.
• Ability to work evenings independently.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a university shuttle vehicle during assigned evening shifts.
• Use a mobile app-based dispatch system to receive ride requests and complete drop-offs.
• Provide courteous, professional, and supportive service to student riders.
• Follow all traffic laws, university driving policies, and safety protocols.
• Conduct basic pre- and post-shift vehicle checks and report concerns.
• Maintain accurate trip logs and app usage as required.
• Communicate with dispatch or supervisors regarding delays or concerns.
• Help ensure a calm, respectful, and safe ride environment for all passengers.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Reliability

Independent worker

Tools

Mobile dispatch app

Job description

Position Overview

This is part-time drivers to operate the DawgRide evening shuttle. DawgRide provides safe, on-demand transportation for students across campus and nearby areas during evening hours. Drivers play a critical role in supporting student safety, well-being, and access by transporting students to and from approved locations using a mobile dispatch application.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a university shuttle vehicle during assigned evening shifts
• Use a mobile app-based dispatch system to receive ride requests, navigate to pick-up locations, and complete drop-offs
• Provide courteous, professional, and supportive service to student riders
• Follow all traffic laws, university driving policies, and safety protocols
• Conduct basic pre- and post-shift vehicle checks and report any concerns
• Maintain accurate trip logs and app usage as required
• Communicate effectively with dispatch or supervisors regarding delays, incidents, or concerns
• Help ensure a calm, respectful, and safe ride environment for all passengers.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with University policy.
• Minimum age of 21 (for insurance eligibility)
• Ability to pass a background check and motor vehicle record check
• Comfort using smartphone apps for navigation and ride management
• Strong sense of responsibility, punctuality, and dependability
• Ability to work independently during evening hours
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience driving passengers (shuttle, rideshare, delivery, etc.)
• Familiarity with Butler University’s campus and surrounding area
• Experience working with college students or in customer-facing roles

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays :
  • 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
  • 8 Paid Holidays
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
• Health :
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
• Retirement :
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
• Tuition Assistance :
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
    • Covers tuition only
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks :
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
  • Discount at the College Bookstore
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.