Bus Driver and Reservation Coordinator
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Job Location:
Blacksburg, VA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 46000 - 48000
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
At Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) our mission is simple yet profound: to serve the Virginia Tech community by providing products and essential services so that others can achieve success in support of the Virginia Tech mission. Every day the unwavering commitment of the ABS team brings this mission to life. Through our work we ensure that students faculty staff and visitors have access to the resources and support they need to thrive in their academic professional and personal endeavors.
Fleet Services is responsible for managing our universitys 1500 state vehicles which includes a rental vehicle fleet of approximately 150 vehicles. The Bus Driver and Reservation Coordinator is responsible for working with customers to arrange the logistics of all bus reservations while also serving as the primary bus driver for the approximately 200 reservations annually. Reporting to the Fleet Services Operations Manager our Bus Drivers transport faculty staff students and visitors on various charter trips in Virginia Tech passenger buses vans and other state vehicles. Trips occur throughout the week including days nights and weekends. Additional responsibilities include loading and unloading luggage maintaining trip logs assisting individuals with disabilities fueling and cleaning the vehicle and notifying the shop supervisor of any maintenance issues or concerns. All of this work is performed while providing excellent customer service to all guests.
The incumbent also performs other duties as requested; takes initiative to support a healthy work environment; strives to fulfill the terms in the Standards of Business Conduct; exemplifies the Virginia Tech Principles of Community; and supports the universitys motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).
Required Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Must have a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or higher with passenger and air brake endorsements.
Must possess and maintain a DOT medical certification.
Successful completion of pre-employment criminal conviction driving records and drug test background checks as required for a CDL driver. Incumbents are also subject to random reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol screening.
Experience
Experience operating large motorized vehicles such as a passenger bus.
Experience transporting passengers.
Skills & Abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook Word Excel)
Ability to arrange and participate in web meetings and teleconferences (Zoom and MS Teams)
Ability to edit and print PDF files.
Proficient reading driving directions and maps and using GPS devices.
Ability to use an iPad tablet for itineraries pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Must be able to sit stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation ensuring that passengers follow safety regulations.
Ability to safely operate a passenger bus and other vehicles.
Ability to safely and independently move and handle items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate automotive equipment and gas pumps.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience operating a charter/passenger bus and/or large passenger vans
Prior experience organizing schedules and coordinating services
Strong customer services experience.
Familiarity with Virginia Tech campus.
Pay Band
2
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$46000-$48000k
Hours per week
40
Review Date
February 2nd 2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction and driving check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Megan Hinkle at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- School Bus Driving
- Employee Evaluation
- Communication skills
- Interviewing
- Paratransit
- Van Driver
- Bus Driving
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Human Resources
- Motor Coach Experience
About Company
About Johnson & Wales University: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
