Shuttle Bus Driver

University of Colorado, Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a Shuttle Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students and staff across its scenic campus. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. As a Shuttle Bus Driver, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe and reliable transport experience, performing vehicle inspections, and assisting passengers as needed. With a commitment to employee growth, the institution offers generous time off, comprehensive health coverage, and educational benefits. If you're passionate about driving and community service, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Robust Health Coverage

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Further Your Education

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and DOT drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely across campus and occasionally off campus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections with competence.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Time management

Basic mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

MS Teams

Job description

Job Description

Shuttle Bus Driver

Parking and Transportation Services Department

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Shuttle Bus Driver to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery--a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary/Pay Range : Generally starting at $19.00/hr. without a valid CDL and $20.00/hr. with a valid CDL License. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off : Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage : Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits : Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education : Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More : From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
• Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture!

Summary

The shuttle driver is primarily responsible for transporting passengers across campus and may occasionally perform bus charters off campus within approximately 100 miles of campus. This position requires you to maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and airbrake endorsements; and is subject to random driving record checks and random alcohol and drug screenings. This is a minimum of 50% part-time position and generally works Monday to Friday during the fall and spring semesters (16 weeks long each and averaging 29-35 hours a week) and summer semesters (8 weeks long and averaging 15-20 hours each week). Bus charters may also be requested by various teams and organizations throughout the year, including the semester breaks and weekends to interesting destinations. Drivers supporting evening and weekend work are also offered shift pay premiums during those shifts.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide safe and dependable transportation, primarily on campus, and occasionally off campus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections with a high degree of competence.
• Maintain proper route schedules, departure times, passenger counts, and other job-related paperwork.
• Perform refueling, fluid checks, bus sweeping, and vehicle safety inspections.
• Demonstrate good judgment on routes to manage passenger, vehicle, and traffic conditions.
• Safely assist loading, unloading, and securing disability passengers that need assistance in a professional manner.
• Willingness to cover shifts when other drivers are sick or unable to work.
• Willingness to drive bus charters for athletic teams and other organizations.
• Willingness to occasionally assist with training of members of the campus community on various campus vehicles.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts when necessary, including days, nights, and weekends.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Job Competencies

• Professional driver who is able to adapt to a variety of driving situations while providing service to everyone in our campus community.
• Required to safely operate various commercial shuttle buses. (14 -55 passengers).
• Required to always drive in a legal, safe, defensive, and non-distracted manner.
• Basic use of phones, tablets, computers, texts, email, and MS Teams, to complete daily tasks, reporting, and keep timely communications.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: April 7, 2025.
• Potential interview dates: April 14, 2025 - April 25, 2025
• Potential start date: May 1, 2025

All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct, protected class nondiscrimination, and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies, related retaliation, and compliance with accommodations regarding disability, pregnancy or related conditions, and religion. All employees are also designated as "responsible employees" and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE's contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (uccs.edu).

Note: This job description outlines this role's general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Colorado driver's license
• Be at least 18 years old
• Successfully pass pre-employment background checks and regulated DOT drug screening
• Upon hire, if you do not have a valid Class C or higher CDL with passenger endorsement, we will provide training and testing to obtain a CDL and a passenger endorsement, however, you must be able to successfully complete all CDL testing and training phases within the preestablished timelines to maintain employment status. In conjunction with the CDL training prerequisites, you will be required to pass a DOT physical and receive a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate prior to CDL training.
• Availability to attend two mandatory training sessions each year in January and August.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class C or higher, with passenger endorsement
• Possess a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate
• Experience operating passenger shuttles that require a CDL License
• Ability to do minor vehicle tasks such as replacing headlights and tail lamps.
• Ability to assist with office duties such as filing paperwork or computer data entry.
• Basic mechanical skills and/or the ability to perform routine repairs on vehicles, equipment, or grounds, such as replacing switches, repairing wires, and operating test equipment, etc.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. Employees are occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp, pull, and step up. Tasks may involve climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling; requires near acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less) and far acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet or more), depth perception, and field of vision. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.