Shuttle Driver

Pepperdine University•Malibu, CA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Pepperdine University, a private, non-profit, faith-based institution, seeks a shuttle driver with a Class B commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement to safely transport students, faculty, staff, and guests to and from various destinations on and around Pepperdine's campus. This position serves as a front-line ambassador, upholding the University's mission through work performed, warmly welcoming students, community members, and guests, and providing directional information as needed. As a Pepperdine Transit team member, the Shuttle Driver will be one of the first and most regular faces interacting with our passengers. There will be occasions on which departments within the University will request off-campus special events that will require shuttle services and serve those with accessibility needs, following ADA regulations. The incumbent will be expected to reflect Pepperdine's high customer service standards with a friendly and helpful demeanor.

Requirements

Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement.
A clean driving record.
Current DOT medical certificate.
All drivers are enrolled in the Federal Drug and Alcohol database and are subject to random testing.
High School Diploma.
Knowledge of state, county, and federal laws that pertain to transportation and transit.
Written and verbal skills to effectively communicate with supervisors, law enforcement, and customers.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Ability to work under a tight priority workload, provide excellent customer service, and demonstrate a spirit of teamwork.
Ability to interpret maps and directions and understand GPS systems and instructions.
General understanding of Google Mail and Calendar. Understanding of general computer skills.
Proficient in using a GPS system for directions and mobile phones, 2-way radios, and computers/tablets.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of experience operating a commercial vehicle.

Responsibilities

Perform daily vehicle inspections by checking the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, etc., and ADA equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules in order to transport passengers, complying with traffic regulations.
Participate in Living Pepperdine daily lineups and provide discussions.
Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled locations, following strict time schedules.
Report any vehicle malfunctions or needed repairs to supervisors.
Follow safety rules as students are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross streets near bus stops.
Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, and mileage.
Keep shuttle exterior and interior clean for passengers. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
Interact with the Pepperdine community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner.
Drive special events example: Graduations, Bible Lectures, and others as assigned. Some weekends will require work.
Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Uphold University mission through work performed.