Bus Driver 630849
About The Position
Operate a Transit or Para-Transit bus on campus, city streets, and state-designated highways. Safely transport university students, staff, faculty, and members of the general public along fixed scheduled bus routes. Conduct and document required pre-operational safety and maintenance inspections. Accurately collect, maintain, and record statistics for daily reports. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The position is based at OSU-Stillwater. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to midnight, with schedules varying. The appointment is regular and continuous until further notice. The hiring range is $18.00–$24.50 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, able to pass a DOT physical, and physically able to stoop, bend, kneel, and lift at least 50 pounds. Applicants must have a valid driver's license at hire and have or obtain within 30 days of hire a Class B Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger endorsement and no air-brake restriction. The department covers the cost of CDL training.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license at the time of hire.
- Must have or obtain within 30 days of hire a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Passenger (P) endorsement and no air-brake restriction.
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical.
- Must be able to stoop, bend, and kneel to assist with ADA wheelchair securement.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Transit Drivers: 1 year of experience driving a bus or similar vehicle.
- Shuttle Drivers: 2 years of experience driving a bus or similar vehicle.
- Passenger (P) endorsement.
- No air-brake restriction.
Responsibilities
- Operate a Transit or Para-Transit bus on campus, city streets, and state-designated highways.
- Safely transport university students, staff, faculty, and members of the general public along fixed scheduled bus routes.
- Conduct and document required pre-operational safety and maintenance inspections.
- Accurately collect, maintain, and record statistics for daily reports.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Assist with securing wheelchairs in compliance with ADA requirements.
Benefits
- The department will cover the cost of CDL training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
