Shuttle Bus Operator

Elon Uni Careers; Elon (NC); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 annual days off

Tuition remission for undergraduate

Tuition remission for graduate-level

Campus fitness facilities

Free admission to performances

Job summary

Elon University is seeking a Shuttle Bus Operator to support students and university activities on campus. This part-time staff position requires operating a 32-passenger bus, adhering to safety standards, and providing reliable shuttle service during the Wednesday–Saturday schedule.

The role includes on-site responsibilities at Elon Main Campus with opportunities to contribute to campus life and safety while supporting community transportation needs.

Qualifications

• CDL with Passenger endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 32-passenger bus on a scheduled campus route for students, faculty, staff, and community.

Skills

CDL with Passenger endorsement

Valid NC driver’s license

DOT Medical Card

Excellent driving record

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Title:Shuttle Bus Operator

Position Type:Staff Part-Time

Days Per Week:Wednesday - Saturday

Hours Per Week:20

VP Area:Finance and Administration

Department:Facilities Management

Location:Elon Main Campus

Position Summary

This position serves the students in shuttle rides to, from and around campus and the Burlington community. Adheres to all traffic laws and regulations as well as University safety standards and policies.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED with minimum 1 year of experience

Preferred Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Class C Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement preferred. Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license and be insurable by college carrier. DOT Medical Exam/certificate required. Must have excellent driving record.

Job Duties

• Operate a 32-passenger bus in a safe and professional manner for students, faculty, and staff on a scheduled route.
• Provide transportation services for students, faculty, staff and the community during university events or local charters.
• Perform pre trip and post trip inspections; maintains a clean and neat bus.
• Inclusive Community Building Community is foundational to Elon and a shared responsibility within our residential campus. All who work at Elon should demonstrate an understanding of and engagement with Elon’s foundational commitment to relationships, mentoring and collaboration in a close-knit residential community. We embrace the shared responsibility to foster inclusive excellence within a strong residential community. Accordingly, employees are expected to join together and build connections in activities that foster an active and engaged campus environment and engage in professional development to support the shared responsibility of enriching diversity, equity, and inclusion through meaningful relationships and mentoring at Elon. Employees are encouraged to, for example, attend or participate in campus activities such as College Coffee, Numen Lumen, campus cultural events, athletic events, continuing education, professional development opportunities and trainings, employee resource groups and other university-sponsored activities to demonstrate an active commitment to the Elon community.