Student Assistant Transit Bus Driver
Job Summary
Parking & Transportation Services is seeking dependable and customer-focused individuals to join our team as Transit Bus Drivers. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to gain professional driving experience while providing safe reliable and courteous transportation for students faculty staff and visitors.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
- Paid CDL training and testing.
- Salary increase after successful completion of training.
- Hands-on experience in professional transportation operations.
- Opportunity to serve the campus community and develop customer service and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate transit buses along assigned routes and schedules.
- Provide excellent customer service and assist passengers as needed including those with disabilities.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintain accurate ridership and operational records.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers supervisors and fellow drivers via radio or mobile data system.
- Follow all departmental policies traffic laws and safety regulations.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Must be a current USF student graduating no sooner than May 2027.
- Must have a Florida Drivers License a safe driving record with at least 1 year of experience driving in the United States.
- Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with passenger and air brake endorsement.
- Training provided for qualified applicants; CDL permit required before training begins.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and service.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and maintain a professional appearance.
Attention:
Florida has temporarily suspended the issuance of non-domiciled commercial learners permits (CLPs) and commercial drivers licenses (CDLs) also known as non-immigrant or temporary CLPs and CDLs.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
About Company
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