Pay Benefits and Work Schedule: $14.38 hourly up to 29 hours per week.  

THIS IS A TEMPORARY PART-TIME POOL POSITION.  Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed when openings become available. Applications remain active for one year from the date received. Hiring departments will review applications only when positions become available.

Responsibilities

Description:

The Bus Driver provides safe and reliable transportation for Seminole State College groups, organizations and athletic teams for games, meetings, events, performances, and training. Maintains cleanliness, refuels the bus and performs routine checks for maintenance and safety.

Essential Functions:

1. Drives large passenger bus (approximately 40 passengers) from Seminole State to other campus locations and destinations.
2. Performs pre and post trip inspections of the bus to ensure proper operating conditions, compliance with safety standards and adherence to Department of Transportation standards.
3. Records events, mileage and other information in the vehicle log.
4. Maintains fuel and fluid levels in the bus.
5. Makes recommendations for service and maintenance of the bus as needs become apparent.
6. Provides routine basic cleaning of the vehicle.
7. Takes bus for maintenance and repair when needed.
8. Maintains safe driver designation and applicable physical and dexterity standards.
9. Possesses and maintains a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsements.
10. Coordinates efforts to arrange repairs and/or alternate transportation and ensure passenger safety and comfort in the event of a mechanical breakdown or other roadside incident.
11. Loads and unloads baggage, equipment and other supplies from bus storage compartments.
12. Performs all site and position specific responsibilities as assigned.
 

Required Qualifications:

1. Possession of current valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsements.
2. Ability to meet all required Florida and federal requirements of vehicle operation (49 C. F. R. Part 40, etc.)
3. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma.
4. Clean driving record (DUI conviction is not acceptable) that meets the College’s insurance carrier’s requirements.
5. Experience driving groups of passengers.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Previous experience driving sports teams.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Ability to safely operate a large passenger bus.
2. Acceptable hearing and eyesight to maintain CDL license.
3. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
4. Knowledge of basic large vehicle maintenance.
5. Committed to working in a multicultural environment.
6. Demonstrates a courteous, professional demeanor.
7. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Work Conditions and Special Considerations

1. Works flexible hours including evenings, nights and weekends.
2. Work requires travel outside the local area, sometimes for overnight trips.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job -related duties requested by their supervisor.

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Other Information

Veteran's Preference:

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants.  Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws.

To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions,  a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

HOLDERS OF DEGREES FROM INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE THE USA:

ndividuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.