Bus Driver - Part Time

LeTourneau University•Longview, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

LeTourneau University seeks a Part-Time Bus Driver to provide year-round transportation for students. This role involves daily transit between campuses, as well as summer, evening, and weekend trips. The primary focus will be on driving students while school is in session. The university is looking for a candidate with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Maintain a valid fully unrestricted Commercial Drivers License CDL Class “B” with Airbrake and Passenger endorsements
Must be 21 Years of age
Minimum of three (3) years of commercial driving experience
Good driving record with no DUI or convictions
Able to maintain a D.O.T. physical.
Ability to carry an object up to 75 pounds, bend and twist frequently, and work in inclement weather conditions
Must pass a drug test and will be placed in a pool for random substance abuse testing

Responsibilities

Transport students to and from the university, following a preplanned route according to a specified time schedule and the academic calendar.
Conduct daily routine safety inspections and report all findings to Fleet Services Coordinator.
Inspect and adjust engine fluid levels and fuel the bus, in addition to other aspects of a regular maintenance schedule.
Keep interior and exterior of the buses clean on a daily basis.
Maintain required transportation records and report any traffic violations and/or accidents during working hours to supervisor and proper authorities.
Operate bus in a safe manner that complies with state and local law and in a manner that demonstrates Christian care and principle at all times.
Assist passengers in the operation of heating and ventilation equipment on the bus.
Assume responsibility for the safety of passengers upon boarding and exiting the bus at their destination, aid passengers with luggage, and answer questions regarding bus service.
Perform assigned duties with frequent time pressures and in a sometimes disruptive environment.
Attend/participate in safety and training meetings.
Demonstrate professional and positive attitude/demeanor at all times.