Shuttle Driver

Transportation & Parking Services
Job #535701
First Review Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Open Until Filled

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(Job #535701) Heavy Equipment Operator / Bus Driver, Shuttle Driver, Hiring Range: $3,656 - $3,839 monthly. This is a full-time, benefited, non-exempt, 12-month pay permanent position with a one-year probationary period in Transportation & Parking Services Department. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits.

Position Summary:

Provides shuttle service to and from designated locations both on and off campus.

Key Responsibilities:

45% - Provide assistance to individuals with mobility disabilities (temporary and permanent) by providing transportation to and from academic classes and activities.

• Transport students to and from designated pick-up and drop-off points. Arrive at destinations on schedule. Interact with riders professionally at all times.
• Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.

20% - Compliance with Rules and Regulations

• Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation, and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.

20% - Maintain safety and recording procedures:

• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Report vehicle repairs as needed
• Keep mileage records up-to-date
• Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays

10% - Assists Shuttle Drivers (Student Assistants) in the performance of their duties.

• Provides general oversight serving as a resource to Shuttle Drivers (Student Assistants) in the absence of the Transportation & Parking Coordinator. To also include assistance in training Student Shuttle Drivers.

5% - Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

• Knowledge of the rules of safe driving and the provisions of the State of California Vehicle Code pertaining to operation of vehicles described in the appropriate classification; and State of California General Industrial Safety orders related to the assigned tasks of the classification, particularly those related to vehicle and equipment operation, construction methods and practices, and the lifting and moving of heavy loads.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment safely; recognize safety hazards and follow practices and laws to insure safety; follow manuals and guidelines pertaining to operation of State vehicles; load and unload vehicles correctly and safely; follow oral and written instruction; read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other people; service and make routine repairs of equipment operated; and perform manual labor as required by the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated intercultural communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Equivalent to one year of paid truck driving, automotive equipment operation, or bus driving experience, including operation of heavy trucks of three axles or more, or large loaders, forklifts or other equipment; or equivalent to one year of paid or regularly assigned driving experience, preferably involving bus driving or chauffeuring, or driving a car pool or other experience driving passenger carrying vehicles.
2. Possess appropriate license for each vehicle operated and may be required by the State of California Vehicle Code to carry appropriate certification while driving. Drivers of State-owned vehicles must maintain a good driving record* which will be checked periodically with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

*Good driving record is interpreted according to UCAM 6562 which requires each employee who drives a State-owned vehicle to certify that s/he has been issued not more than three moving violations or been responsible for more than three accidents (or any combination of more than three thereof) during the past 12 months.

Note: Any vehicle that is not used to transport persons for compensation or profit and can carry more than 10 persons but less than 15 (including the driver), is considered a ‘vanpool vehicle’ per Vehicle Code Section 233 and CVC §668. Vanpool vehicles are excluded from being classified as a ‘Commercial Vehicle’ and does not require extra licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Time management and organizational skills to stay on schedule.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• A positive and professional attitude.
• Ability/willingness to work/drive in various weather conditions and work schedules.
• Have the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the campus community and the general public, being sensitive to diverse communities; be able to verbally convey clear and precise communications, directions, and commands.

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials for first review is on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. This position is open until filled.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626.

We acknowledge that Cal Poly Humboldt is located on the unceded lands of the Wiyot people, where they have resided from time immemorial. We encourage all to gain a deeper understanding of their history and thriving culture. As an expression of our gratitude we are genuinely committed to developing trusting, reciprocal, and long lasting partnerships with the Wiyot people as well as all of our neighboring tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.

CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measure established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hr@humboldt.edu.

Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment.

CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Cal Poly Humboldt can be found at www.humboldt.edu.

Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.  Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 6366
Publication Date: March 12, 2024