Shuttle Bus Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Bus Drivers, School or Special Client  53-3022

Job Description:

Job Title:              Shuttle Bus Driver 

Reports To:        Transportation Manager

Department:     Transportation       

Classification:            Non-exempt

Grade:                    12

Supervises:        No Supervisory Responsibilities

Job Summary:

The Shuttle Bus Driver must have demonstrated experience with passenger transport.  This position requires a strong emphasis on safety, while maintaining a high level of customer service.  

Essential Functions:

• Follows proper procedures for driving various college required routes. Also, will be required to drive students to College and non-College related functions such as needed
• Follows proper procedures for performing daily preventive maintenance (pre-check) inspection of vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and trouble-free operation including the cleaning of any vehicle assigned or as needed
• Follows proper procedures for fueling vehicles and for recording information with regard to mileage and passenger reports
• Maintains legible driver and vehicle records to include: Vehicle Pre-Check List (Gas, Oil, Water, A/F and parts); Pickup and transfer station records and logs
• May be requested to cover any area as needed at the discretion of the Transportation Manager
• Assumes other projects or assignments as determined by the Transportation Manager

Qualities :

• Ability to effectively communicate with vendors and faculty
• Strong awareness of surroundings and safety concerns
• Able to work independently; as well as, part of a team
• Take initiative, anticipate, prioritize, adjust, and follow tasks through to completion
• Successfully operate within deadlines 
• Use creative problem solving skills 
• Adhere to Company, Department and State guidelines as directed
• Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Predictable and reliable attendance
• Strong customer service skills are a must

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; must possess a clean, valid NYS CDL with a P endorsement; airbrake endorsement preferred; must have knowledge of Transportation and Motor Vehicle law as it pertains to driver qualifications, bus operations, and traffic safety requirements and precautions; must have the ability to deal with difficult customer concerns while maintaining composure; must meet the medical requirements set forth by NYS DOT/DMV for 19A certified drivers

Physical Conditions and Demands:  

Must be able to sit for long periods of time; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. (or more but, only with assistance from another employee); available to work various shifts; exposure to outdoor elements. This position is subject to random alcohol and drug testing.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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