Job Description
ECU Department of Transit is currently seeking several Vehicle Operators to perform the following duties: Complete a training course involving but not limited to online training classroom training written work quizzes/tests and behindthewheel training. Familiarize self with system and safety features; geography and roadways of assigned routes and service areas; traffic rules regulations and laws. Operate a transit vehicle to pick up transport and discharge passengers while adhering to the route schedule and maintaining a pleasant and courteous manner. Provide information on bus services to customers including bus schedules routes and local information. Receive and transmit twoway radio communications regarding accidents incidents emergencies criminal activities or any other authorized ECU Transit business while utilizing judgment and discretion to ensure customer and individual safety. Perform vehicle operations at variable times of day and night. May work outside regular business hours as required by service demands. Operate a wheelchair lift secure passengers mobility devices and assist passengers with disabilities with boarding riding and alighting in a safe manner including pushing a manual wheelchair up a steep ramp if necessary. Write reports and complete forms as required. May prepare detailed written reports concerning accidents/incidents breakdowns and mechanical defects as required at the end of a shift. Complete ongoing training courses for professional development provided by ECU Transit during the duration of employment. Work at least 1820 hours per week depending on service demands. Work is primarily between 06:00 am to 01:00 am for both bus and OnDemand operators including some nights weekends holidays and special events. While Transit is considered a campus location our office is located off maincampus at 285 Easy St Greenville NC 27834. Students are expected to have their own transportation for opening and closing shifts. Please view our webpage concerning employment at ECU Transit: to learn more about this job.