Bus Driver

Position Details

Summary

Operating Title

Bus Driver

Long Classification Title

Campus Location

Durham

Department

UNH Transportation Services Administration

Summary of Position

Under the general supervision of a designated supervisor, provides safe, efficient, and on-time service through the operation of motor vehicles / transit buses as assigned.

Must make simple and complex decisions regarding emergency, traffic, and customer services situations quickly. Ability to deal with stressful situations and drive safely despite distractions, including two-way radio conversations and passenger conversations / questions.

Acceptable minimum level of education

HS or equivalent

Acceptable minimum years of experience

2 years

Additional Job Information

Posting Number

PS4728FY25

Other minimum qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid driver license for a minimum of 2 years.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), minimum of a class B with air brake and passenger endorsements
• Must maintain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must pass drug and alcohol screening tests as mandated by Department of Transportation regulations, as well as a criminal background check
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, and communicate and work effectively with the public
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and write legibly on all required documents
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing the operation of motor vehicles (including buses carrying 14 - 60 passengers)
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Must be reliable, dependable and maintain excellent attendance and punctuality

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting

Percent Time Information (FTE)

1.00

Grade

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access / Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission.

The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction.

UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains.

There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs.

The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here :

Posting Details

Posting Date

07 / 10 / 2024

Open Until Filled

Closing Date

Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?

Job Category

Hourly Staff (Non-Exempt)

Appointment Type

Regular

If TERM position provide projected end date

Equipment / Instruments

Two-way radio

Onboard computer

iPad

Fuel Pumps (including CNG & Diesel)

Transit Bus / vehicles

Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.

Hold a commercial driver's license (CDL), Drive vehicles over 26,001 GVWR (Gross vehicle weight restrictions), Drive vehicles designed to transport more than 16 passengers, including the driver, Control the movement of motor vehicles requiring a commercial driver's license for operation

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

Duty / Responsibility

Operates buses to transport passengers over established routes (transit routes, campus connector, Access, Medi-Cat, misc) according to set time schedules as assigned.

Stops at designated points to load and / or unload passengers. Operates on-board computer for the destination signs and automatic stop announcements.

Operates vehicles to transport groups (i.e. dignitaries) around campus as assigned. Utilize iPad to maintain statistical data for passenger counts, mileage and monitor fare boxes as required to ensure passengers are paying the proper bus fare.

Notifies the dispatcher / supervisor of detours, collisions, or other incidents as needed. Complies with all UNH policies, procedures, and performance expectations, as well as all Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures.

Complies with all traffic laws and regulations. Meets and maintains UNH's personal driving record requirements.

Duty / Responsibility

Completes a thorough vehicle pre and post-trip. Checks vehicle fluids (oil, coolant, fuel, etc) as required. Fills out and submits the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) for every vehicle the driver drives operate.

Notifies the dispatcher / supervisor of vehicle issues. Completes and submits written reports concerning accidents, incidents, and any other miscellaneous reports as required.

Fueling buses, bus closing duties (to include sweeping and sanitizing the bus), cleaning interiors and washing exterior of transit fleet as directed by the dispatcher.

Duty / Responsibility

Advises passengers of rules and regulations when necessary. Safely load and unload passengers who use mobility devices, using the wheelchair lift and tie-down securement system.

Announces stops and conforms to all aspects of ADA regulations, policies, and procedures.

Duty / Responsibility

Bus starting duties to include checking fluids (oil, transmission, power steering, etc) and starting the buses for the day.

Report fluid use per vehicle. Provides input for route changes and altering of time schedules when requested. All other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you hold a valid driver's license?
• Do you have a valid commercial drivers license - minimum class B with air-brake and passenger endorsements?
• What experience do you have driving a 14 passenger van or shuttle bus?

Open Ended Question)

• Are you able to work the schedule listed in this job posting?
• What date are you available to begin working?

Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume / Vita
• Cover Letter
8 days ago