Job Description

Parking and Transportation Services at Syracuse University is actively seeking a Van Driver to fill a full time position.

The University seeks safe, friendly van drivers to help transport students and staff members throughout the Syracuse University campus and off campus locations.

Education and Experience

• An active Class D license with a safe driving record required.
• One plus years of passenger driving experience preferred.
• Must pass a DOT Medical Exam.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background check, which includes a driver’s record and a criminal records check.
• Pre-employment and continued random drug screening will be required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Be able to utilize two-way radio communications.
• Basic computer skills preferred such as email and Excel.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background check, which. Includes employment history, and a criminal record check.
• Pre-employment and continued random drug screening will be required.
• Ability to work various events during evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must complete any recertification requirements in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a shuttle van to transport passengers around campus and throughout the City of Syracuse in a safe and courteous manner.
• Operate vehicle while adhering to university policies and procedures.
• Conduct vehicle inspections as required by department policy and DOT regulations.
• Operate vehicle communication systems within guidelines of university policies.
• Clean and fuel van as part of daily duties, and as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain scheduled route to established time and mileage. Immediately notify manager or supervisor of changes/delays.
• Record and report incidents/problems through appropriate procedures established by the department, including accidents and mechanical concerns.
• Report all accidents immediately to the CFAS Safety manager.
• Report all accidents immediately to the supervisor on duty.
• Provide information to students, faculty, and staff members regarding the shuttle service program.
• Attend all required University, federal and state regulatory in-service training and meetings.