Temporary Shuttle Bus Driver

Syracuse University•Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

Syracuse University is looking for safe, friendly drivers to help passengers move throughout the campus and University area. Shifts vary and may include daytime, evening, overnight and weekend requirements. Drivers must possess valid CDL B with P and S endorsements. Education and Experience Excellent customer and communication skills. Working knowledge of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) equipment including ramps, lifts, straps and harnesses. Possess and able to maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) B in good standing with P and S endorsements. Skills and Knowledge Drivers must possess valid CDL B with P and S endorsements. Ability to obtain and maintain 19-A certification. Ability to maintain valid driver's license, physical exam certification and appropriate endorsements. Minimum of 3 years of experience driving vehicles with a CDL requirement. Successful completion of a thorough background check (post offer), which includes a driver's record and a criminal conviction history. Candidates must submit to drug screening as a condition of initial hire and will be subject to random, incident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing throughout employment.

Requirements

Excellent customer and communication skills.
Working knowledge of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) equipment including ramps, lifts, straps and harnesses.
Possess and able to maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) B in good standing with P and S endorsements.
Drivers must possess valid CDL B with P and S endorsements.
Ability to obtain and maintain 19-A certification.
Ability to maintain valid driver's license, physical exam certification and appropriate endorsements.
Minimum of 3 years of experience driving vehicles with a CDL requirement.
Successful completion of a thorough background check (post offer), which includes a driver's record and a criminal conviction history.
Candidates must submit to drug screening as a condition of initial hire and will be subject to random, incident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Drive a shuttle, bus or van and transport passengers around campus and throughout the City of Syracuse in a safe and courteous manner, adhering to set policies, procedures and schedules.
Provide direction to students, faculty, and staff members regarding the Shuttle service program.
Operate vehicle communication systems within guidelines set by the University.
Maintain scheduled route to established time and mileage. Immediately notify supervisor of changes/delays.
Clean and fuel shuttle, bus or van as part of daily duties as directed by supervisor and in accordance with University policy.
Conduct vehicle inspections as required by 19-A and DOT regulations.
Record and report incidents/problems through appropriate procedures established by the department.
Notify supervisors and DPS of any incidents, accidents, mechanical concerns.
Attend all training and meetings, as well as maintain CDL and all applicable certifications and endorsements (includes regular physicals, re-certification training and examinations).
Other duties as assigned.