Shuttle Bus Driver

Shuttle Bus Driver

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence research and community engagement and is actively seeking a Shuttle Bus Driver to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence professional development and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenerya mosaic of history arts and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Pay Range:$19.00/Hour without a CDL / $20.00 with Class B/C CDL and current MEC. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: On-Site

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS our employees are our most valued asset. Were proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days 10 sick days paid parental leave 13 recognized holidays and provisions for bereavement jury duty and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost including a yearly mental health visit. Plus benefit from affordable dental vision plans and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings flexible spending accounts and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The shuttle driver is primarily responsible for transporting passengers across campus and may occasionally perform bus charters off campus within approximately 100 miles of campus. This position requires you to maintain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger and airbrake endorsements; and is subject to random driving record checks and random alcohol and drug screenings. This is a minimum of 50% part-time position and generally works Monday to Friday during the fall and spring semesters (16 weeks long each and averaging 29-35 hours a week) and summer semesters (8 weeks long and averaging 15-20 hours each week). Bus charters may also be requested by various teams and organizations throughout the year including the semester breaks and weekends to interesting destinations. Drivers supporting evening and weekend work are also offered shift pay premiums during those shifts.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Provide safeanddependable transportation primarily on campus and occasionally off campus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections with a high degree ofcompetence.
• Maintain proper route schedules departure times passenger counts and other job-related paperwork.
• Perform refueling fluid checks bus sweeping and vehicle safety inspections.
• Demonstrate good judgment on routes to manage passenger vehicle and traffic conditions.
• Safelyassistloading unloading and securingdisabilitypassengers that needassistancein a professional manner.
• Willingness to cover shifts when other drivers are sick or unable to work.
• Willingness to drive bus charters for athletic teams and other organizations.
• Willingness to occasionallyassistwithtraining ofmembers of the campus community on various campus vehicles.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts when necessary including days nights and weekends.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Job Competencies:

• Professionaldriverwhocanadapt to avarietyof driving situations whileprovidingservice to everyone in our campus community.
• Required to safelyoperatevarious commercial shuttle buses. (14 -55 passengers).
• Required to always drive in a legal safe defensive and non-distracted manner.
• Basic use of phones tablets computers texts email and MS Teams to completedaily tasks reporting andkeeptimelycommunications.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: June 24 2026.
  Potential interview dates: June 29 2026 - July 10 2026.
  Potential start date: August 1 2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit. Employees are occasionally required to stand walk grasp pull and step up. Tasks may involve climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling reaching handling fingering and feeling; requires near acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less) and far acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet or more) depth perception and field of vision. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment background checks and regulated DOT drug screening.
• Must possess the ability to complete physical components of the job including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Upon hire if you do not have a valid Class C or higher CDL with passenger endorsement we will provide training and testing to obtain a CDL and a passenger endorsement however you must be able to successfully complete all CDL testing and training phases within the preestablished timelines to maintain employment conjunction with the CDL training prerequisites you will be required to pass a DOT physical and receive a valid DOT Medical Examiners Certificate prior to CDL training.
• Must maintain availability to attend two mandatory training sessions each year in January and August.
• Subject to random driving record checks and random alcohol and drug screenings throughout employment.
• Possess a valid Colorado Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class C or higher with passenger endorsement preferred.
• Possess a valid DOT Medical Examiners Certificate is preferred.
• Experience operating passenger shuttles that require a CDL License is desirable.
• Previous experience of conducting minor vehicle tasks such as replacing headlights and tail lamps is desired.
• The ability to assist with office duties such as filing paperwork or computer data entry is preferred.
• Previous experience with basic mechanical skills and/or the ability to perform routine repairs on vehicles equipment or grounds such as replacing switches repairing wires and operating test equipment etc. is highly desirable.
  

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidates conduct at their previous institutions specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct harassment and/or discrimination before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.