Per Diem Bus Driver

hbu; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Baptist University seeks an experienced CDL driver to operate university-owned buses and passenger vehicles, transporting staff, students, and visitors safely. The role includes routine vehicle inspections, record-keeping, and weekend or overnight shifts as required.

Candidates must hold a Texas CDL Class A or B license with passenger and air brake endorsements, have at least 1 year of large-bus experience, and comply with DOT random drug/alcohol testing. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid Texas CDL Class A or B license with passenger and air brake endorsements.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating large passenger buses (40 foot or greater).
• As a CDL driver, comply with DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Drive university-owned buses and vehicles to transport employees, students, and visitors.
• Perform routine vehicle inspection and basic maintenance checks.
• Maintain records and report accidents or incidents.
• Work days, nights, weekends, and overnight shifts as needed.
• Provide information and assistance to the university community and visitors.

Skills

CDL license

Passenger endorsement

DOT drug/alcohol testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Provides bus transportation services for University employees, students, and visitors including special events and park-and-ride operations, athletic road trips, ensuring transportation system and passenger safety. Monitors equipment and performs limited maintenance. Provides information and public affairs services.

Job Responsibilities

• Drives a university-owned vehicle (bus, van, other passenger vehicles) providing safe and efficient transportation to the university community and its visitors.
• Performs routine vehicle inspection and maintenance including checking the oil, fuel, brakes, lights, windshield wipers, and water and tire pressures.
• Maintains records of work performed; makes timely reports of accidents, incidents, and unusual occurrences.
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and overnight assignments.
• Provides information and other general assistance to the university community and its visitors.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and overnight assignments.
• Must have a valid Texas CDL Class A or B license.
• Passenger and air brake endorsements
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating large passenger buses (40 foot or greater).
• Experience working in a scheduled transportation system.
• As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Additional Information

Houston Baptist University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

**Disclaimer**

Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.