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Athletic and Events Bus Driver, fill-in

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Position Details

Position Information

Job Title Athletic and Events Bus Driver, fill-in
Position Number PP6801-00
Department Transportation - Joliet, IL
Job Grade 4
Position Summary
To transport University students, employees and guests to pre-determined locations using university-owned buses and vans. Also, to perform routine maintenance checks on the vehicles. Events can require either local or long-distance travel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Transport passengers on a pre-determined route and assist with route information as well as boarding and de-boarding bus.
  • Perform routine pre- and post-driving maintenance checks on the vehicles. Report any concerns, problems or faulty devices on the vehicle to administration.
  • Maintain logs and reports as required and accident/incident reports when necessary.
  • Conform to all transportation policies as established by the athletics department to create a safe environment for all passengers and the reliable, safe operation of all vehicles.
  • Adhere to all federal, state and local traffic laws and regulations governing the operation of passenger vans and buses.
  • Maintain cleanliness/upkeep of the vehicle.
  • Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid commercial driver’s license
  • One to three years of commercial driving experience
  • Clear work history and a record of safe driving (5 years)
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
  • Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values
Preferred Requirements
  • Three to five years of commercial driving experience
  • Valid interstate commercial driver’s license
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule
As needed.
Physical Requirements of Position
Work is performed in and around a vehicle with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent driving a vehicle. This is sedentary work, which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. Schedule includes overnight travel, and working nights, weekends and some holidays.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FP0518-16
Open Date 08/10/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you willing to uphold the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Please indicate your commercial driving experience:
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1- 2 years
    • 3 + years
  4. * Are you able to obtain a DOT Medical Examiners Certificate?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have a Commercial Driver's License?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Mission Response at https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/856/docs/32812.pdf
Optional Documents