Bus Driver - Casual Wage

University of Delaware Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer whichencourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women,Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Noticeof Non-Discrimination can be found at Job No: 503461 Work Type: Staff, Part-Time Location: Newark, DE Categories: Part Time, Facilities Services and CampusPlanning Job Title: Bus Driver - Casual Wage Anticipated Start Date: Ongoing Estimated Pay: $28.84 per hour, paid bi-weekly Schedule : Varies, maximum of 15-20 hours per week Location : Transportation Services, 403 Wyoming Road About the department / center: Transportation ServicesDepartment, responsible for transit, motor pool, and vehiclemaintenance. Role Description Under limited supervision provides transportation services tothe University Community and/or the public, performing duties whichrequire independent judgment in the application of procedures andmethods related to University Transit operations. OperatesUniversity Transit vehicles in a safe, reliable, and professionalmanner; conducts pre-trip/post-trip inspections in accordance withFederal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; provides housekeepingactions and other related assignments. Primary Responsibilities Operates University Transit vehicles in a safe, reliable, and professional manner while providing scheduled service on campus busroutes, University routes, and/or special charter operations. Determines the eligibility of passengers to utilize bus routesand/or services. Conducts pre-trip/post trip inspections in accordance withTitle 49 par 392.7 and applicable State driver’s manual for safetyand assurance of proper operating conditions prior to the start ofeach assignment. Performs housekeeping and related assignments as required. Documents clearly and concisely daily vehicle safetyinspections, ridership and mileage information, and any unusualoccurrences. Maintains communications with dispatch center. Recommends modifications, additions, or deletions to routes,schedules, procedures, and equipment which may improve the overalleffectiveness of the University Transit system. Participates in departmental training and certification. Assists students, staff, and the public by providinginformation, directions, and assistance. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with three years related workexperience; or any equivalent combination of training whichprovides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Possession of a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) withpassenger and air-brake, and passenger endorsement required. Applicant must not have had his/her driving privilegessuspended or revoked within the last five years. Applicant shall never have been convicted of the manufacture,delivery, possession, or possession with intent to deliver acontrolled substance or a counterfeit controlled substanceclassified in Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V of Chapter 47 of Title16 of this State or like offenses in any other jurisdiction. Applicant shall never have been convicted of any felony in thelast five years. Applicant shall never have been convicted of any crime againsta child. Must pass a driving road test and meet the minimum standardsfor Department of Transportation. Hiring Timeline The hiring process is ongoing to meetthe operational needs of the department. Applicants can expect anemail from Facilities HR in 1-2 weeks following the completion oftheir application. Qualified applicants will be asked toparticipate in on-site interviews. Please note that dates are subject to change depending onthe needs of the department. Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identityor expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, maritalstatus, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any othercharacteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,educational programs and activities, admissions policies, andscholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Actof 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Actof 1973, Title VIIof the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes andUniversity policies. The University of Delaware also prohibitsunlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexualviolence. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.