Shuttle Driver

Clemson University; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Seneca, SC is seeking a shuttle driver to operate and maintain Tiger Transit vehicles, transporting faculty, staff, students and visitors to campus. This Time-Limited Staff position involves public relations duties and adherence to safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience in truck driving, crane operation, or motor vessel operation. Standard 37.5 hour week with a wage of $17.25–$18.25 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience in truck driving, crane operation, or motor vessel operation.

Responsibilities

• Transport visitors, faculty, staff and students in cutaway buses (80%).
• Perform maintenance checks of vehicles (10%).
• Maintain records of passengers transported and miles driven (5%).
• Serve as ambassador for Parking and Transportation Services in public relations initiatives (5%).

Skills

Truck driving experience

Crane operation experience

Motor vessel operation experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will operate and maintain Tiger Transit shuttle vehicles transporting faculty staff students and visitors to campus. Other Duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

80% - Transport visitors, faculty, staff and students in cutaway buses.10% - Perform maintenance checks of vehicles.5% - Maintain records of passengers transported and miles driven with paper and electronic devices.5% - Serve as ambassador for Parking and Transportation Services in public relation initiatives.

JOB CODE:

KD45

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and experience in truck driving, operating a crane or operating a motor vessel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 5%Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 10%Recognize or inspect visually: 10%Extends hands or arms in any direction: 5%Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 30%Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 25%Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to dust/fumes: 5%Noise: 5%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

$17.25 - $18.25

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Seneca, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

December 4, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference:

South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.