Work Days:Varies On Call
Shift Start/End Time:Varies On Call
Hours Per Week:Varies
Weeks Per Year:Varies
Trolley Driver - On Call
Pay Status and Classification: Temporary Non-Exempt Part-time.
Supervisor:Transportation Manager
Position Purpose:Provides transportation of Union College students staff and community members to and from College approved locations following safety protocols
Responsibilities:
Duties of the driver include a pre-trip inspection of the equipment to be used during the designated route
Provide the dispatcher with trip information prior to the start of each trip
Maintain the scheduled times and locations as posted for the Trolley Service
Report all concerns of vehicle safety including concerns of safety for the community being served i.e. road hazards sick or intoxicated students to the immediate supervisor from Campus Safety
Report any incidents whether they appear minor or major to the driver
Qualifications:
Drivers must possess and maintain a valid New State Commercial Drivers License minimum class B with P endorsement.
2 years of transportation driving experience
Strong communications skills for working with a diverse group of college Faculty Staff and Students.
Drivers are subject to commercial drivers license (CDL) standards.
All drivers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing as mandated by citations 49 CFR 382 & 49 CFR 40
Physical requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle. Ability to lift carry and move objects up to 25 pounds as needed. Ability to enter and exit the vehicle frequently and assist passengers as necessary.
Compensation:
The expected rate for this position is $19.00 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to departmental budgets qualifications experience education licenses specialty and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady NY
We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best colleagues and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
We offer great benefits even for temporary employees including:
Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and On-Campus Wellness Programs
Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education employment and criminal convictions.
E-Verify Participation:Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).
Required Experience:
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