Transportation Driver: Commercial Driver’s License

ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ has an opening for a Transportation Driver: Commercial Driver’s License.

POSITION OBJECTION: Safe and timely operation of all Transportation vehicles which transport students, faculty, staff and materials between various points of the tri-college community and other designated locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Drives a transportation department vehicle, safely transporting students, faculty, staff and materials between authorized locations:

                        - Bi College run: ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½and Haverford

                        - Tri College run: Bryn Mawr, Haverford and Swarthmore

                        - Rental van/bus run: destination determined by rental assignment

                        - ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ Campus Shuttle

                        - Tri College Library Book Run

  • Maintains records of ridership per run.
  • Enforces department regulations and adheres to all vehicle regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania during the operation of their assigned vehicle.
  • Cleans vehicles at end of shift.
  • Performs minor maintenance and safety checks on vehicles.
  • Conducts daily safety checks on assigned vehicle. Submits documentation of said checks.
  • Maintains written log of special trips/runs.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned or directed.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY:

* Follows established work routines; periodic checks for performance; questions substandard or unusual conditions or situations.

* Work is spot checked.

* Error may result in loss of time, money and may affect the reputation of the College; errors may affect the safety of the ridership.

* Internal and external contacts involving reporting or exchange of routine information with other drivers, supervisors, the Department of Public Safety personnel and customers in order to maintain scheduling and quality service.

* Drivers may have access to College credit cards to purchase fuel for vehicles.

* Frequent exposure to items such as loud noise, uncomfortable temperatures, physical exertion associated with driving resulting in drowsiness, stress etc.

* Ability to lift 10-20 lbs to load/unload or secure cargo with or without reasonable accommodations.

* Performs a highly visible task requiring ability to handle unpleasant passengers in a tactful manner.

* Ability to handle all road hazards without compromising the safety of the passengers.

 

SKILLS, ABILITIES, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

* Valid Pennsylvania Class B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake and passenger endorsements is required.

* Basic math and writing skills are required to complete driving logs and calculate mileage.

* Ability to communicate efficiently with passengers which may include verbal, oral and listening.

* Ability to get on and off buses with or without reasonable accommodations.

* Vision sufficient to read printed materials.

* Excellent manual dexterity to handle dashboard controls. 

* Must be mobile across campus which may include climbing stairs.

* Must be mobile between work station and various locations in work building and on campus.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 

To express interest in this role, please email jobs@brynmawr.edu with your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references with the subject line 'Transportation Driver CDL'.

 

ABOUT THE INSTITUTION:

ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ is a private liberal arts institution located in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region.  The College serves a population of approximately 1,700 students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  It has a long tradition of educational excellence and offers a dynamic and challenging work environment.  The campus is easily reached by public transportation as well as most major highways.  The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.  ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ is an equal opportunity employer that believes that diversity strengthens our community; candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.