Trolley Driver - On Call

Union College; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access

403(b) Retirement Plan participation

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY, is seeking a Transportation Driver to provide safe transit for students, staff, and community members. The successful candidate will perform essential duties including conducting pre-trip inspections and reporting safety concerns while maintaining schedule adherence.

This position requires a valid New York State Commercial Driver's License with at least 2 years of driving experience. Benefits include access to on-campus wellness programs and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of transportation driving experience.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds.
• Drivers are subject to CDL standards and random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Provide trip information to the dispatcher before each trip.
• Maintain scheduled times and locations for the Trolley Service.
• Report safety concerns and incidents to the supervisor.

Skills

Strong communications skills

Safety awareness

Education

Valid New York State Commercial Driver's License, minimum class 'B' with 'P' endorsement

Job description

Provides transportation of Union College students, staff and community members to and from College approved locations following safety protocols - CDL Required.

Position Purpose

Provides transportation of Union College students, staff and community members to and from College approved locations following safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Duties of the driver include a pre-trip inspection of the equipment to be used during the designated route
• Provide the dispatcher with trip information prior to the start of each trip
• Maintain the scheduled times and locations as posted for the Trolley Service
• Report all concerns of vehicle safety, including concerns of safety for the community being served, i.e. road hazards, sick or intoxicated students to the immediate supervisor from Campus Safety
• Report any incidents whether they appear minor or major to the driver

Qualifications

• Drivers must possess and maintain a valid New State Commercial Driver's License, minimum class "B" with "P" endorsement
• 2+ years of transportation driving experience
• Strong communications skills for working with a diverse group of college Faculty, Staff and Students
• Drivers are subject to commercial driver’s license (CDL) standards
• All drivers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing as mandated by citations “49 CFR 382” & “49 CFR 40”
• Physical requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle. Ability to lift, carry, and move objects up to 25 pounds as needed. Ability to enter and exit the vehicle frequently and assist passengers as necessary.

Compensation

The expected rate for this position is $19.00 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

Benefits

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

Background Checks

In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation

Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).