Driver (Temp on Call)

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory • Laurel, MD

80d • $21 - $30

About The Position

We are seeking a customer focused shuttle bus driver to help us support a work force of almost 9000 staff. You will be responsible for transporting APL staff members between our Main, South and Montpelier campuses. As a Temp-On-Call Shuttle Bus Driver, your primary responsibility will be to drive APL vehicles, transporting passengers and equipment internally and externally on APL campuses. You will drive special bus tours for staff and APL sponsors and chauffeur Lab guests and VIPs to/from designated areas. You will inspect and fuel buses, record vehicle issues and concerns in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal and State Highway Administration (FSHA) regulations. You will maintain the cleanliness, safety and operational standards of vehicles driven. You will assist in other areas of the group as needed. You will be a non-scheduled temp on call staff member, working only on an intermittent basis to work special events and peak work periods on campus.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Possess a valid Class A or B CDL with a passenger endorsement and a current DOT medical card.
• Comply with DOT random drug and alcohol testing.
• Capable of fueling, cleaning and maintaining buses and APL owned vehicles.
• Work well independently and within a team environment with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to drive for a minimum of 3 hours without breaks.
• Flexible to work an 8-hour daily schedule with overtime hours as needed.
• Able to work on a call status.
• Hold US Citizenship or permanent resident status.

Nice To Haves

• Possess basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Drive APL vehicles, transporting passengers and equipment internally and externally on APL campuses.
• Drive special bus tours for staff and APL sponsors and chauffeur Lab guests and VIPs to/from designated areas.
• Inspect and fuel buses, record vehicle issues and concerns in compliance with DOT and FSHA regulations.
• Maintain the cleanliness, safety and operational standards of vehicles driven.
• Assist in other areas of the group as needed.
• Work on an intermittent basis to support special events and peak work periods.

Benefits

• Generous benefits including a robust education assistance program.
• Unparalleled retirement contributions.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees