UTS - Temporary Part-time On-Call CDL Bus Drivers at NC State

North Carolina State University • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

University Bus Drivers operate activity buses ranging in size from 22 passengers to 44 passengers. A North Carolina State University Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students, faculty, staff, and school affiliates to and from designated locations. These locations may be within the same city or different cities. Trips may be field trips or labs to extend the academic experience, sporting events, or other extracurricular activities. Since the University Bus Driver accommodates student/faculty schedules, they generally work unusual hours. He/she may work early morning, late evening, or weekends. The Bus Driver maintains the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the bus itself. This role is expected to last 11 months with the potential to extend.

Requirements

• Must hold a CDL A/B operating license with passenger endorsement with no restrictions and experience with air brakes
• Specific knowledge of traffic laws and rules of the road
• Ability to load and unload luggage, and frequent opening of doors requiring strength and stamina
• Must be patient and calm in dealing with situations like irate passengers and traffic congestion
• Capable of acting quickly and calmly in a crisis
• Must be able to drive for a long period of time and possess a strong sense of direction
• Must value lives and think about the safety of passengers and other road users
• Must be focused, confident, and observant while driving
• Demonstrate a quick response time
• Possess effective communication, leadership and team play skills, as well as the ability to adhere to instructions
• General vehicle maintenance knowledge, i.e. how to check oil, replace windshield wiper blades, put air in tires, replace DEF fluid in buses
• Must know how to conduct pre and post trip bus inspections

Responsibilities

• Picks up and returns passengers at locations specified by reservation
• Ensures that all passengers are safely and properly seated on the bus
• Observes rules of the road and drives with caution
• Ensures timely conveyance of passengers to their destination
• Ensures that vehicles are kept neat and clean at all times
• Carries out routine pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicles in the hour prior to the shuttle pick up; inspects tire pressure, oil levels, windshield wipers, mirrors and other details for any problems. Identify electrical or mechanical faults. May carry out simple maintenance on vehicles. Brings problems or maintenance needs to the attention of the Bus Dispatcher.
• Fills bus fuel tank
• Read maps and check weather and traffic reports to determine the best route to take
• Keep all documents and receipts of the vehicle and maintenance services secure
• Maintain a travel log to record travel locations travelled to, travel time, work hours and mileage for billing purposes.

Benefits

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free
• Childcare discounts
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed