Shuttle Bus Driver (Contractual) PM Shift

Salary Range

$18.00 / hour – $23.88 / hour

Job Summary

The Shuttle Driver provides safe,
reliable, and courteous transportation services for Morgan State University students, faculty, staff, and visitors. By ensuring the timely
and efficient operation of campus and off-campus shuttle routes, this position directly supports the mission of the Department of Parking &
Transportation to enhance mobility, accessibility, and safety across the university community. The role contributes to the department’s
commitment to providing sustainable and customer-focused transportation solutions that improve the overall campus
experience.

Job Duties

Primary Duties

• Operates specialized medium and
  heavy-duty commercial buses with a gross vehicle weight in excess of 26,000 pounds.
• Ensures passenger safety at all times and
  resolves passenger issues.
• Serves as a representative of the institution by providing quality customer service to the students and
  by being respectful of the surrounding community.
• Adheres to assigned bus schedules, follows code of conduct policies and
  procedures, and handles emergencies while transporting students.
• Follows all safety regulations in accordance with the Department
  of Motor Vehicles’ driving regulations and institution-specific guidelines.
• Documents and reports passenger information, fuel and
  oil consumption, mileage, hourly operation, and maintenance activities.
• Conducts daily and routine safety checks of equipment prior
  to and during use and assures safe operation.
• Troubleshot and repaired minor malfunctions.
• Responsible for the safe
  transportation of university patrons by way of a state-approved passenger vehicle.
• Drive the assigned route and schedule, obeying
  all parking and traffic rules and regulations/ laws safely. Responsible for the payment of traffic violation citations received when driving
  the shuttle.
• Consistently perform pre- and post-trip shuttle inspections. Note any damage or maintenance concerns regarding the
  shuttle. Record ridership numbers for each shift driven.
• Remove all loose trash debris from inside the shuttle at the end of the
  shift.
• Wipe down the driver’s cabin at the end of each shift.
• Collect and report any passenger items found on the
  bus.
• Make suggestions to enhance or improve shuttle routes and/or schedules.
• Properly document and report any shuttle
  accidents or incidents.
• Perform other special transportation requests as assigned (departmental, student organization, or outside
  requests).
• Complete necessary driver trainings as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:
At least two years of experience in the
operation of medium or heavy-duty commercial passenger vehicles.
A Valid Maryland Commercial Class B Driver’s License (CDL) with
passenger endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• General knowledge of the care and operation of motorized equipment.
• Skill in
  driving buses in all kinds of weather and road conditions.
• Ability to read and write; to understand and follow oral and written
  instructions; and to assist passengers.
• Ability to problem solve and respond appropriately to a variety of complicated passenger
  and driving issues.
• Employees will be subjected to drug and alcohol education and testing as required under Federal Highway
  Administration and the State of Maryland regulations.

Posting Number: ST01568

Number of
Vacancies: 2

Special Instructions to Applicant

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