Hourly Shuttle/Escort Driver - Transportation Services at Carnegie Mellon University — Pittsburgh, PA

Carnegie Mellon University’s Transportation Services department is searching for a Shuttle/Escort Driver to join the team! This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and challenging work environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating shuttle buses and multi-passenger vans on both predetermined routes making stops at designated locations and on call-out to student residences within an approximate one and one-half mile radius of campus, or between any university buildings, including university off-campus housing.

## Core responsibilities include:

• Safety and security of passengers by immediately reporting any criminal or suspicious activity, including any incidents when passenger(s) create a disturbance, pose a threat to others, and request medical assistance for ill or injured passengers
• Reporting hazardous road conditions and any traffic citations, violations, or incidents
• Safely operating escort bus or other assigned vehicle while on duty, including conducting a visual and physical inspection of the assigned vehicle before, during, and at the end of the shift.
• Refueling and cleaning the interior of the vehicle as needed, and immediately report any maintenance problems or concerns
• Following all required traffic laws as contained in Title 18, The PA Vehicle Code, and all Federal DOT regulations and requirements for CDL operators
• Maintaining constant direct contact with and follow all instructions and directions from the Transportation Manager
• Following all established routes, and staying in sync with all established department guidelines, rules, and protocols

## You should demonstrate:

• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with a diverse campus community.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to keep and maintain accurate and detailed reports and records.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow motor vehicle/traffic laws while maintaining a safe and secure environment within the vehicle
• Willingness to work evening hours and shift work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to perform clearly defined tasks with minimal direction
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills to build positive relationships
• Proficient computer and analytical skills.

## Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of previous driving experience
• Valid PA Driver's License
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) w/ Passenger Endorsement (Class A or B with passenger endorsement and without air brake restriction and current medical card)
• Valid DOT Medical Certificate

## Requirements:

• Successful Background Check
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screen- subject to post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing as necessary
• PA Child Protection Clearances (Act 153)
• Fitness for duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam
• Driver history check, including record of violations and crashes
• Must register and provide electronic consent to initial full query with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse resulting in no prohibitions.
• Consent to yearly FMCSA Clearinghouse and driver Motor Vehicle Record queries

## Additional Information:

• Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
• This is a full-time (40 hours/week), non-exempt position based in Pittsburgh, PA

Location

Pittsburgh, PAJob Function

Transportation (L249)Position Type

Staff – RegularFull Time/Part time

Full timePay Basis

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