Bus Driver - Casual Wage

University of Delaware Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer whichencourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women,Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Noticeof Non-Discrimination can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html

Job No: 503461

Work Type: Staff, Part-Time

Location: Newark, DE

Categories: Part Time, Facilities Services and Campus Planning

Job Title: Bus Driver - Casual Wage Anticipated

Start Date:

Ongoing Estimated Pay: $28.84 per hour, paid bi-weekly Schedule
:
Varies, maximum of 15-20 hours per week Location
:
Transportation Services, 403 Wyoming Road

About the department / center: Transportation Services Department, responsible for transit, motor pool, and vehiclemaintenance.

Under limited supervision provides transportation services tothe University Community and/or the public, performing duties which require independent judgment in the application of procedures and methods related to University Transit operations. Operates University Transit vehicles in a safe, reliable, and professional manner; conducts pre-trip/post-trip inspections in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; provides housekeepingactions and other related assignments.

• Operates University Transit vehicles in a safe, reliable, and professional manner while providing scheduled service on campus busroutes, University routes, and/or special charter operations.
• Determines the eligibility of passengers to utilize bus routesand/or services.
• Conducts pre-trip/post trip inspections in accordance with Title 49 par 392.7 and applicable State driver’s manual for safetyand assurance of proper operating conditions prior to the start ofeach assignment.
• Performs housekeeping and related assignments as required.
• Documents clearly and concisely daily vehicle safety inspections, ridership and mileage information, and any unusual occurrences.
• Maintains communications with dispatch center.
• Recommends modifications, additions, or deletions to routes,schedules, procedures, and equipment which may improve the overall effectiveness of the University Transit system.
• Participates in departmental training and certification.
• Assists students, staff, and the public by providing information, directions, and assistance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with three years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possession of a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and air-brake, and passenger endorsement required.
• Applicant must not have had his/her driving privilegessuspended or revoked within the last five years.
• Applicant shall never have been convicted of the manufacture,delivery, possession, or possession with intent to deliver acontrolled substance or a counterfeit controlled substanceclassified in Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V of Chapter 47 of Title
  16 of this State or like offenses in any other jurisdiction.
• Applicant shall never have been convicted of any felony in thelast five years.
• Applicant shall never have been convicted of any crime againsta child.
• Must pass a driving road test and meet the minimum standards for Department of Transportation.

The hiring process is ongoing to meetthe operational needs of the department. Applicants can expect anemail from Facilities HR in 1-2 weeks following the completion oftheir application. Qualified applicants will be asked to participate in on-site interviews.

Please note that dates are subject to change depending onthe needs of the department.

The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identityor expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Actof 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Actof 1973, Title VIIof the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.