Shuttle Bus Driver

University of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Shuttle Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students and staff on and off campus. This role is vital in maintaining a secure and efficient shuttle service, accommodating various requests while adhering to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a valid CDL Class C License and demonstrate a commitment to the University's values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join a community that values excellence and safety, and contribute to an enriching educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class C CDL License with passenger endorsement.
• Clean driving record and pass the Authorized Driver process.

Responsibilities

• Transport students and staff safely in a University vehicle.
• Maintain vehicle condition and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Valid Class C CDL License

Clean driving record

Ability to operate ADA accessible ramp

Dependability

Ability to work independently

Flexibility in routes

Knowledge of safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
The Office of Equity and Diversity
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
[e-mail]
[phone]
https://www.scranton.edu/equity-diversity/

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.

Department

Department University Police

Job Purpose

The Shuttle Bus Driver’s primary responsibility is transporting students and other University of Scranton passengers safely and securely both on and off campus.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff, and guests of the University community while transporting them in a University vehicle.
2. Transport students, faculty, and staff to various locations such as the airport, sporting facilities, or other destinations as needed.
3. Operate shuttle as intended in order to transport students safely to destinations on or off campus.
4. Remain flexible to prescribed routes, as time allows.
5. Accommodate special requests of passengers.
6. Log mechanical problems or damage in order to maintain the vehicle(s) in good running condition.
7. Ensure proper levels of fuel.
8. Maintain knowledge of construction or other detours (including hazardous conditions during inclement weather).
9. Maintain clean and safe shuttle interiors.
10. Take responsibility for ensuring vehicles carry no more than the maximum number of passengers allowed by law.

Additional Skills Required

1. Must have a valid Class C CDL License with passenger endorsement and be able to operate an ADA accessible ramp.
2. Maintain a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate as required by PennDOT.
3. Must have a clean driving record and pass the University of Scranton’s Authorized Driver process.
4. Be dependable and timely in attendance.
5. Ability to work independently.
6. Must demonstrate the ability to perform in extreme weather conditions, or where unexpected changes and unsafe conditions exist.
7. Must be able to support the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.
8. Must be able to respect, support, and contribute to the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission.
9. Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Job Experience Requirements

Any candidate offered employment must submit to a background investigation, to include:

1. A criminal record check for convictions of any disqualifying criminal offense.
2. A driving record.
3. A drug screen for any illegal controlled substances.

Schedule/Work Hours

Saturday/Sundays during the Fall & Spring semesters. Approximately 16 hours per weekend.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Number: S0890P

Open Date: 01/03/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid CDL Class C License with passenger endorsement and be able to operate an ADA accessible ramp?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Can you maintain a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate as required by PennDOT?

  (Open Ended Question)

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