Bus Driver

Description

This position is responsible for safely providing off-campus transportation to Simpson University students. Bus driver will drive university vehicles and will transport passengers to a specific destination as requested. Hours and days will vary, depending on event schedules.

Qualifications:

• Must have and maintain a valid CA Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class A or class B
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to provide and maintain proof of excellent driving record
• Minimum of six (6) months documented professional driving experience preferred
• Must have a service orientation to perform duties in a cooperative, efficient and energetic manner
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees, students and customers
• Must demonstrate integrity in the performance of all job duties
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
• Knowledge of DOT/CDL regulations
• Must be able to sit for long periods, while safely operating the vehicle

General Expectations:

• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ
• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.
• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records
• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
• Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor

Essential Functions:

• Safely transport people driving buses for Simpson University events, taking into consideration road and traffic conditions, passenger safety and vehicle operational capacity
• Complete pre and post trip inspections results on appropriate forms, ensuring all forms are filled out properly for CDL paperwork. This includes, but is not limited to recording passenger count, mileage, fuel, and other fluid usages and completes statistical summary by route
• Conducts pre and post trip safety inspections to confirm vehicles suitability for route completion, including tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, and safety equipment. Incumbent may add fluids, and perform other maintenance tasks if needed
• Responsible for keeping the interior of the bus clean and safe

Physical Requirements:

Job Title :

Bus Driver

Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)

Exposure to heat and cold elements, environment primarily onboard University Bus but contingent on location

Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)

30 person bus

Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

Sitting for long periods of time driving

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

X

Reach over shoulder

X

11-20 lbs

X

Reach over head

X

21-50 lbs

X

Reach outward

X

51-100 lbs

X

Climb

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Crawl

X

Kneel

X

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

X

Under 10 lbs

X

Sit

X

11-20 lbs

X

Walk-Normal Surfaces

X

21-50 lbs

X

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

X

51-100 lbs

X

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Stand

X

Bend

X

Driving

Automatic Trans

x

Standard Trans

x

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

X

Fingering (fine dexterity)

X

Handling (grasping, holding)

X

Repetitive Motion - Hands


X

Repetitive Motion - Feet

X

Salary $22.00 per hour

Stand by $18.00 per hour