Shuttle Bus Driver, 9 months

High Point University is currently seeking a full-time, 9 month Shuttle Bus Driver. This position safely transports students, staff, faculty and official visitors to and from destinations via various motor vehicles.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Must have, or be willing/able to acquire NC CDL driver's license (Class C with P endorsement) within 60 days of hire date

Experience/Training:

• No experience required, but candidates with backgrounds in driving and/or customer service are desired

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Must have a valid NC driver's license, and a safe driving record. No serious driving convictions within the past three years and no alcohol-related convictions within the past seven years
• No misdemeanor convictions within the past five years
• No felonious convictions
• Pass a drug screening
• Must have, or be willing/able to acquire NC CDL driver's license within 60 days of hire date
• Must have basic computer navigation skills (email, internet, MS Office)
• Be able to walk, stand or sit for extended or intermittent periods of time
• Remain alert and watchful during assigned duty hours
• Effectively communicate information orally and provide written trip reports
• Make visual observations involving color differentiation and accurate estimates of distance entailing depth perception
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate job-related equipment such as radios and telephones, when permitted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides and maintains an effective and cordial working relationship with students, faculty, administrators, staff and visitors at all times
• Exercises sound judgment and make thoughtful decisions that directly impact the effectiveness of the Transportation Department
• Treats all persons with dignity, tolerance and respect regardless of their attitude or demeanor, no matter the circumstances. Keep composure during stressful situations
• Provides safe and timely transportation service
• Becomes familiar with event and building locations on campus to direct guests and visitors to the appropriate location

For more information regarding this position, please contact Jim Rigsbee, Director of Transportation at jrigsbee@highpoint.edu.