Overview

Heavy Truck Driver (2024-20303):

Bowhead is seeking a full-time Bus Driver to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points to support the Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) at Fort Jackson, SC. These positions require a CDL Class A or B with a Passenger Endorsement. The Bus Drivers work 1st/2nd/3rd shifts as well as weekend shifts and some personnel will flex between all the shifts.

Responsibilities

Straight truck, over 4 tons, usually 10 wheels.

• Drives motor vehicles ranging in size from sedan to 52 passenger buses on scheduled short trips and transporting personnel from one place to another.
• Observes established time schedules and follows prescribed routes and established speed limits. Controls the loading and unloading of passengers and/or equipment that the maximum capacity is observed and only authorized person are transported.
• Completes vehicle utilization records to include miles operated, hours operated, POL added, and number of passengers transported.
• Completes driver’s accident report when necessary.
• Reports any misbehavior of passengers on bus. Performs driver’s maintenance in accordance with established regulations.
• Drivers water truck and van truck of less than 4 ton capacity, with up to four wheel drive to transport drinking water, articles and materials throughout the post.
• Observes established time schedules and determines most practical and safe routs observing speed limits in various area and on highways.
• Supervises the loading and unloading of cargo ensuring that the maximum capacity regulations is observed and only authorized cargo is transported.
• Completes vehicle utilization records to include miles and hours operated, and service records.
• Complete driver’s accident reports when necessary.
• Perform driver’s maintenance in accordance with established regulations.

Performs maintenance, upkeep of the physical work building, and other tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Driver other vehicles for which qualified and licensed when required by the workload. Keeps vehicles clean, inside and outside, at all times

Qualifications

•Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsements and other endorsement that will allow the operation of buses exceeding 26,000 pounds (gross vehicle weight) and the operation of liquid transporters with a capacity of 1,000 gallons or more.

• High school Diploma or GED required• At least two (2 ) years of experience driving with a CDL preferred

• A familiarity with the military is preferred but not required

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently lifts items weighing up to 30 pounds independently and occasionally lifts up to 65 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to stand, walk and sit for prolonged amounts of time
• Uses arms, hands, and fingers for pulling and positioning materials, sewing, and using tools such as shears

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust Level (NACI). Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.

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