Transit Bus Driver

Transit Bus Driver

Agency: East Texas A&M University

Department: Transportation

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description:

The Transit Bus Driver, under supervision, is responsible for driving the East Texas A&M University transit routes as scheduled and providing customer service by assisting passengers with questions on routes, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drives ETAMU transit routes as scheduled. Operates assigned equipment in a safe manner and in adherence to all University and Transit policies as well as local, state, and federal laws
• Properly fuels all assigned vehicles being returned to Transit unless otherwise instructed
• Assists managers and supervisors in the training of new drivers by teaching and demonstrating driving techniques, evaluating and providing feedback to the drivers, and providing follow-up or re-training as necessary
• Conducting a proper "pre" and "post" trip vehicle inspection and not any discrepancies at the beginning and ending of every shift
• Reports any potentially hazardous vehicle maintenance or safety issues immediately to a Supervisor
• Enters time worked, reads and responds to e-mail, requests leave, and reviews information on department intranet
• Maintains and cleans equipment assigned during shift

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two years' work experience. Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to operate several types of buses and vans to the extent of maneuvering safely through congested traffic conditions, adverse weather and road conditions.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "B" vehicle operator's license (Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) within 45 days of employment.
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

Preferred Education / Skills/ Experience: NA

Supervision of Others: NA

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.