Bus Operator - Full-Time

Bus Operator The Bus Operator is responsible for the safe operation of a large passenger motor vehicle and transporting passengers to specific destinations within the general area. This position is responsible for performing prescribed pre/post-operational safety maintenance checks; accumulating and recording statistics for daily reports on fixed route service; and must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. This position could be subject to shift rotation resulting in shift differential. Regular, non-disruptive, and reliable attendance is an essential job duty, as well as the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:The formal education equivalent of a high school diplomaAt least two years of driving experienceValid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications:CDL Class B or higher with Passenger EndorsementExperience operating a large 35 and 40-foot transit vehicle on city streets in fixed route serviceKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Knowledge of DOT/CDL regulationsExcellent customer service skillsAbility to work with and learn technologyAbility to succeed in a diverse working environmentAdditional Information: Razorback Transit provides paid CDL training to obtain the required Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for this position. The cost of testing materials is reimbursed upon the successful completion of the written and skills test for the CDL license.The base work schedule for this position will be Tuesday - Saturday. Saturday is a mandatory work day. Overtime work/pay is available and/or required.Please Note: This posting will be used to collect applications to fill current openings as well as anticipated future openings. Future openings are anticipated but not guaranteed. This posting will expire on the posting end date indicated. Candidates wishing to be considered after this date must reapply.Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, MVR (Motor Vehicle Registry) check, DOT drug screening, and DOT physicalSalary Information: $43,680 - $56,160 commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), ResumeOptional Documents: Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information: Caitlin Hughes, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, cmmitche@uark.eduAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYSPlease do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants: Please upload a copy of U.S Driver's License.