Driver (On Call)

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

4d•Onsite

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. We are passionate about support and with your help, we will remain a valued partner throughout APL. As an Temporary (On Call) Shuttle Bus Driver, your primary responsibility will be to drive APL vehicles, transporting passengers and equipment internally and externally on APL campuses. If selected you will undergo a motor vehicle record check. 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. Hours could range from 7:15 AM - 6:15 PM with no more than a maximum of 29 hours scheduled per week. This role is on call, as needed.

Requirements

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent and read, write and communicate effectively in English.
CDL Class A or B with a passenger endorsement is required. No points.
Maintain a current DOT medical card and meet applicable DOT requirements, are subject to and 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 and flexible to work an 8-hour daily schedule with occasional extended shifts as needed.
Able to work on a call status.
Hold US Citizenship or permanent resident status, as required to access APL’s facilities and networks, subject to applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Possess basic computers 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 Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal and State Highway Administration (FSHA) regulations.
Maintain the cleanliness, safety and operational standards of vehicles driven.
Assist in other areas of the group as needed.