Temporary Shuttle Bus Driver (Applicant Pool)

Job Description

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Temporary Shuttle Bus Driver (Applicant Pool).

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

The Fort Valley State University Shuttle Bus System serves students traveling to designated areas on and off-campus. The Shuttle Driver will provide safe and reliable transportation services by safely driving a 24 to 30 passenger shuttle bus on a regular schedule.

This position is temporary and intermittent throughout the year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate bus on special trips as scheduled
• Perform daily inspections as required and fill gas tank when needed
• Promptly report maintenance issues
• Assist disabled passengers on and off vehicle, ensuring safe transport
• Keep record of passenger numbers and/or logbook as required
• Enforce federal, state and University guidelines for bus riders
• Perform all other duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• A valid Class B commercial driver's license with a 24 plus passenger endorsement
• One yeaR experience operating a shuttle vehicle
• Clean driving record and ability to meet federal and state driving standards (including federally required drug testing)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interpret maps, directions, and instructions
• Able to exercise judgment and operate under time pressure
• Must be in physical condition to sit for extended periods of time, bend, reach, climb stairs, and grasp
• Must meet DMV vision requirements
• Able to speak, read, and write English to converse with students, staff, and guests
• Able and willing to follow traffic regulations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of related work experience
• Experience with professional driving and basic vehicle maintenance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting for extended periods of time, lifting heavy objects, performing repetitive tasks.

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