What are the responsibilities and job description for the On-Call Trolley Driver position at Union College?
Provides transportation of Union College students, staff and community members to and from College approved locations following safety protocols - CDL required
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, 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 Driver's 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 driver’s 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 College’s 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 staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
- Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
- Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
- Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
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.
Salary : $19
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