Motor Vehicle Operator 1
About The Position
SUMMARY: Reporting to the Assistant Supervisor II, the Motor Vehicle Operator 1 is responsible for the operation of Shuttle Bus vehicles on, around, and in the vicinity of the Montclair State University campus. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates the campus shuttle bus and provides safe, efficient and reliable transportation to campus constituents, in accordance with established schedules and during emergency situations. Ensures safe and proper function of assigned vehicle, provide effective communication, makes suggestions for enhancements to the shuttle system. Provides excellent customer service at all times. Reports all mechanical problems immediately to the supervisor. Maintains cleanliness of vehicle, removing and properly disposing of debris from bus at the end of each shift. Completes and submits all required forms and reports to supervisor prior to the end of shift. Conducts pre- trip inspections before driving when starting a shift and a post-trip inspection at the end of the shift. Operates ADA equipment in a knowledgeable and capable manner. Reports accidents and damage to the supervisor and proper authorities immediately. Maintains a pleasant and friendly environment for passengers; provides directions and information about University and surrounding locations; assists passengers with boarding and disembarking vehicle as necessary. Performs proper log-on and log-off procedures for Next Bus vehicle tracking and maintains communications with dispatch office at all times. Maintains cleanliness of bus shelters. May be required to perform clerical and/or administrative duties as assigned. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the institution and Department of Shuttle Services. Performs other duties as assigned. Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of experience in work involving the operation of commercial buses.
- Appointees must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B Driver's license issued by the New Jersey Division of Motor Vehicles. Appointees must possess the applicable endorsements (passenger and air brake endorsement) for the class and type of vehicle being operated.
- Must be flexible and available for all assigned shifts, overtime and holiday assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the methods used to operate and maintain vehicles and motorized equipment.
- Knowledge of minor automobile repair procedures.
- Knowledge of the methods used to load, unload, and deliver varied types of materials and to maintain basic records, invoices, and receipts.
Responsibilities
- Operates the campus shuttle bus and provides safe, efficient and reliable transportation to campus constituents, in accordance with established schedules and during emergency situations.
- Ensures safe and proper function of assigned vehicle, provide effective communication, makes suggestions for enhancements to the shuttle system.
- Provides excellent customer service at all times.
- Reports all mechanical problems immediately to the supervisor.
- Maintains cleanliness of vehicle, removing and properly disposing of debris from bus at the end of each shift.
- Completes and submits all required forms and reports to supervisor prior to the end of shift.
- Conducts pre- trip inspections before driving when starting a shift and a post-trip inspection at the end of the shift.
- Operates ADA equipment in a knowledgeable and capable manner.
- Reports accidents and damage to the supervisor and proper authorities immediately.
- Maintains a pleasant and friendly environment for passengers; provides directions and information about University and surrounding locations; assists passengers with boarding and disembarking vehicle as necessary.
- Performs proper log-on and log-off procedures for Next Bus vehicle tracking and maintains communications with dispatch office at all times.
- Maintains cleanliness of bus shelters.
- May be required to perform clerical and/or administrative duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
- Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the institution and Department of Shuttle Services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
- For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
