Job Summary:
The Shuttle Driver supports the University's Transportation Department by operating shuttle routes safely and reliably. This is an individual-contributor role with no direct reports.
Essential Job Functions:
- Operate the campus shuttle bus along its designated route, adhering to the posted schedule
- Coordinate vehicle fueling and maintain accurate fueling records
- Inspect and maintain university vehicles for safety, mechanical operation, and cleanliness; notify the supervisor of any issues
- Coordinate vehicle usage with the supervisor for athletic events, administrative needs, department activities, and student organization activities; communicate with Public Safety for vehicle check-in/check-out
- Track and account for vehicle keys
- Provide vehicle services for university guests and university-sponsored programs
- Maintain accurate vehicle usage records
- Maintain a valid driver's license and an excellent driving record
- Stay in contact with the supervisor via University-provided cell phone, reporting any disruptions to duties, including pickup schedule issues
Other Required Job Functions:
Schedule
- Work additional hours as scheduled to support University needs
Customer Service
- Deliver professional, prompt, and courteous service at all times
- Shuttle vehicles to and from garages or other service providers for maintenance
Events Support
- Serve as a member of the campus events team, assisting with the setup and breakdown of tables, chairs, and related equipment
Athletics
- Provide occasional driving support for athletics teams; some assignments may require out-of-town travel on weekends
Physical Requirements, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Safety practices and procedures related to vehicles and transportation
- Basic vehicle mechanical principles
- Sound time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely
Skill and Ability to:
- Maintain a professional, customer-service-oriented demeanor at all times, and work independently with minimal supervision
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Subject to on-call status, including carrying an on-call phone
- Schedule may shift based on University needs and to accommodate scheduled or emergency functions/projects
- Regular hours consist of a 5-hour shift scheduled between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, Friday-Sunday, up to a maximum of 30 hours per week
- Availability required for weekends and holidays as needed
- Appreciable physical activity, including lifting, bending, stretching, standing, and walking across indoor and outdoor terrain, including stairs
- May require use of safety equipment such as gloves and a back belt; must be able to consistently step up 18 inches into and out of vehicles and assist passengers in doing the same
- As a member of the Campus Services support team, assists with special projects as directed, including event setup and teardown
EOE Statement
Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
