University Driver - Temporary

State of Connecticut•Windham, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU) is seeking two (2) University Driver positions to work on its campus in Willimantic, CT. The university fleet provides students with first and second shift shuttles 7 days per week. This is a part-time, temporary position during the academic semesters. The role involves driving vehicles to transport passengers to local or distant points according to a time schedule. This position is accountable for driving vehicles to transport passengers to local or distant points according to a time schedule.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience driving public service vehicles.
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have included driving transit buses or over-the-road coaches.
Valid CDL license with passenger endorsement required.
Considerable knowledge of traffic and motor vehicle laws and regulations.
Knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods and practices of automotive and equipment mechanics.
Interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to operate a bus and other transit vehicles.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to plan effective and practical routes to specified destinations and/or follow prescribed routes.
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
May be required to lift moderate to heavy weights.
May be exposed to hazardous road conditions.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a vocational or technical school with coursework in automotive mechanics may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.
Preference will be given to candidates with a CDL Class B, with a F Public Passenger endorsement and valid DOT Medical card.
Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees and/or current State of CT employees.

Responsibilities

Drives college or university vehicles, including but not limited to transit buses, over-the-road coaches, service plate vehicles, vans, passenger cars and other motorized conveyances.
Makes daily or overnight trips.
Picks up passengers at specified areas and transports to destination.
Debarks passengers and assists with baggage.
Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating system for passenger comfort.
Complies with local traffic regulations and reports delays or accidents.
Inspects vehicle being used and checks gas, oil, and water before departure.
Keeps records.
May make minor repairs and change tires.
May perform automotive maintenance work as assigned.
Performs related duties as required.