Temporary Van Driver

Temporary Van Driver# It's All Here - Working at Texas A&M## Temporary Van Driver Apply:
McAllen, TX:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R-098346
** Job Title
** Temporary Van Driver
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University
** Department
* * McAllen Higher Ed Center
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$19.09 hourly
** Job Location
** McAllen, Texas
** Job Type
** Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
** Job Description
**** What We Want
** We are looking for a dependable and safety-conscious individual to join Texas A&M McAllen Higher Education Center as a temporary, part-time Van Driver. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver’s license (CDL not required), a good driving record, and experience providing safe and reliable transportation. This position requires someone who is punctual, communicates well with passengers, follows scheduled routes, and keeps the vehicle clean and in good condition.

Previous driving and customer service experience is preferred, along with the ability to work well with others and provide a positive experience for students.
** This is a temporary, part-time position that operates on a split-shift schedule. Anticipated work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am.

- 8:00 am. and 5:00 pm.

- 7:30 pm. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
**** What You Need To Know
**** Pay:** *$19.09 hourly
*** Cover Letter & Resume:
** A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
** Special

Note:

** Persons in this position are considered essential during university emergencies, campus closures, or class cancellations, requiring readiness to respond promptly.
** Qualifications
* *** Required

Education and Experience
*** High school graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Two years of related work experience.
** Required Licenses and Certifications
*** Valid vehicle operator’s license and good driving record.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Previous commercial driving experience, customer service experience, training experience and mechanical experience.
* Experience with computers.
* Experience in a school setting.
* Experience transporting students/clients with disabilities.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Demonstrate the ability to operate several types of buses and vans to the extent of maneuvering safely through congested traffic conditions, adverse weather and road conditions.
* Exhibit a high degree of mental concentration and independent judgement.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
* Higher Education Center at McAllen vehicles, including a 14-passenger van.
* Bus and 2-way radio
* Computer and internet
* Must be able to lift, bend and stoop, and assist and/or move people with disabilities as they board/off-board the bus and other campus vehicles.  
** Responsibilities
* *** Driving and Passenger Service
*** Operate the assigned university van on scheduled trips between Brownsville and the McAllen campus.
* Transport passengers safely and courteously, follow the assigned schedule and approved routes, comply with university policies and applicable laws, and promptly report delays, incidents, or other concerns.
* Drives Texas A&M University transit routes as scheduled.
** Vehicle Inspection and records
*** Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report maintenance or safety concerns and note any discrepancies at the beginning and end of every shift, maintain required trip and mileage records, and keep the assigned vehicle clean and orderly.
* Maintains 100% on-time compliance with all university-required training for employees.
** Customer service and communication
*** Provide professional service to passengers and communicate effectively with the supervisor about schedules, instructions, and service issues.
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