Part-Time Transportation Driver

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

ABOUT

Safe and timely operation of TJC-owned, operate, or leased multi-passenger vehicles or other vehicles that transport students, faculty, staff, and materials between authorized locations.

The Transportation Driver is a pooled position and shifts are scheduled as-needed.. Hours and schedules may vary depending on the event. This position is part-time and can work up to 18 hours per week.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Primary Responsibilities

Provide seasonal driving services safely and professionally, using vans and other vehicles, for campus student groups and organizations, including the Apache Band, Apache Belles, and student athletes, along with coaches, faculty, and staff, to assigned locations, generally hosting College-related events

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintains a written log and records of ridership per trip, including mileage and gasoline.
• Enforces department regulations and adheres to all vehicle regulations of the State of Texas during the operation of their assigned vehicle.
• Cleans vehicles at the end of shifts.
• Performs minor maintenance and safety checks on vehicles.
• Conducts safety pre-trip checks on assigned vehicles and submits documentation of said checks.
• Reports any potentially hazardous vehicle maintenance or safety issues immediately to a supervisor.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations, safety procedures, vehicle mechanics, route/areas, and passenger management.
• Ability to operate several types of buses and vans to the extent of maneuvering safely through congested traffic conditions, as well as adverse weather and road conditions.
• Communication, customer service, observational, and problem-solving skills.
• Stress tolerance, situational awareness, time management, and adaptability.
• Competent in safety orientation, regulatory compliance, and technology.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor

Physical Demands: Sitting for prolonged periods of time, standing, ability to lift 10-20 lbs. to load/unload or secure cargo

Work Environment: Frequent exposure to items such as loud noise, uncomfortable temperatures, physical exertion associated with driving resulting in drowsiness, street, etc.

Travel Required: Yes

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

WHO YOU ARE

Required Education

High school graduate or any equivalent combination of training and experience

Required Credentials/Licensures

• Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Must pass a driver’s license history check and criminal background check.
• Be able to obtain a State of Texas Commercial Driver’s License and/or Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) if requested.

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.