Transit Vehicle Equipment Operator

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University in Greenville, NC is seeking a Transit Bus Operator to support fixed-route, on-demand, and ADA services. You will operate heavy buses, adhere to FMCSA/DOT standards, and coordinate with the Transit Dispatch Center to ensure safe and timely transportation for the university community.

The role emphasizes safety, inspections, and timely reporting of maintenance needs. Candidates must hold a valid NC CDL with Passenger Endorsement and complete required training to support

Qualifications

• Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned vehicles.
• Class B or A CDL with Passenger Endorsement and no air brake restriction.
• Entry Level Driver Training certification if CDL obtained after February 2022.
• Preferred: experience operating a transit style bus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate transit vehicles across fixed routes, on-demand zones, and Pirate Access corridors.
• Coordinate transit requests, manage communications, and maintain accurate operational records.
• Conduct inspections, perform minor maintenance, and report safety concerns.
• Complete required safety training, testing, and equipment-use instruction.
• Support departmental goals and campus transit initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Transit vehicle operation

Safety-consciousness

Regulatory compliance

Education

NC CDL license with Passenger Endorsement

Job description

East Carolina University ( ECU ) is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C. , which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU’s commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university’s leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The Administration & Finance Division encompasses a broad range of operational, financial, technological, safety, administrative and people-focused units that support the daily functions and long-term success of the University.

Campus Safety and Auxiliary Services provides essential services supporting the safety, well-being, and daily needs of students, faculty, and staff. The department collaborates with the university community to provide safety and security, environmental health, emergency management, parking and transportation, print services, and bookstore services while using innovative technologies and efficient solutions to support student success and university operations.

Transit provides safe, reliable, and accessible transportation services that support the university’s academic, athletic, and administrative operations. The department manages fixed-route services, ADA -compliant paratransit through Pirate Access, and regional charter operations. Transit promotes operational efficiency and risk mitigation through adherence to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) and Department of Transportation ( DOT ) requirements, comprehensive vehicle maintenance, safety oversight, and ongoing employee training. Through effective scheduling and data-informed operations, Transit responds to the evolving transportation needs of the university community while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for operating heavy passenger transit buses in support of established fixed-route services, ECU On-Demand, and Pirate Access ( ADA ) operations, while supporting the Transit dispatch center through the use of Computer Aided Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location ( CAD / AVL ) systems. Reporting to the Operations, Planning, and Compliance Manager, this position ensures the safe and efficient transportation of the university community while adhering to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA ) and Department of Transportation ( DOT ) standards and supporting the stewardship of university assets and mitigation of institutional risk.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Safely operate transit vehicles across fixed routes, on-demand zones, and Pirate Access corridors (60%)
• Coordinate transit requests, manage communications, and maintain accurate operational records (20%)
• Conduct inspections, perform minor maintenance, and report safety concerns (10%)
• Complete required safety training, testing, and employee equipment-use instruction (5%)
• Support departmental goals and campus transit initiatives as assigned (5%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

• Class B, or A, CDL with Passenger Endorsement & No Air Brake Restriction

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience operating a transit style bus or equivalent commercial passenger vehicle.

License or Certification required by the Department

• A valid NC Commercial Driver’s License, Class B or A, with passenger endorsement and without air brake restriction and the ability to drive Interstate (no K-restriction).
• A Valid DOT Commercial Driver Medical Certificate ( MEC ) Form MCSA -5876.
• Entry Level Driver Training Certification, if CDL was obtained after February 2022.

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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