This is a non-student temporary position that has no set schedule, and the incumbent would support business operations as a Transportation Driver and event staff person based on current business needs. Ideal position for those who mostly want to work based on their own availability.

However, this position is designated as mandatory and is essential for campuswide special events such as Football Games, Commencement ceremonies, and other special events. Mandatory dates of employment are communicated well in advance for planning purposes. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to use sound judgment with respect to maintaining personal safety given their individual circumstances, but also to make a substantial and good-faith effort to reach the work site in a timely manner when adverse weather or other conditions affect normal campus operations.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

* Experience transporting people with disabilities and familiarity with ADA regulations
* Valid, state-issued Commercial Driver License, class A or B, with Passenger endorsement
* Valid DOT Medical Card

Support day-to-day Transportation business services and programs as assigned by supervision, including Niner Transit, Niner Paratransit, sahred-mobility services for e-scooters and pedal-assist bicycles, bicycle lockers, bus advertising, chartered transportation requests, special event transportation and other transportation-related services.

* Report on time for your scheduled shift, clock in to the timekeeping system and check in with the on-duty supervisor for relevant information.

* Access and print the driver paperwork for your shift and review schedule for updated passenger transfer information. Prepare and complete paperwork, logs and records legibly and completely, as required.

* Access appropriate vehicle keys from the key box and sign the vehicle out on the Vehicle Activity board.

* Perform routine pre/post-trip vehicle inspections, identifying both the condition and operational capacity of all vehicle systems by checking fuel levels, tires, wiper blades, lights, audible and visual vehicle warning systems, ADA lift/ramp and accessory components, etc.

* Report vehicle defects to supervisor and document on the Driver/Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)

* Immediately report all critical safety concerns and all accidents, incidents, and injuries to appropriate supervisory staff.

* Report to designated ADA pick-up and drop-off locations as directed by driver paperwork and/or on-duty dispatcher for scheduled and on-demand transfers, and provide point-to-point transportation.

* Properly secure mobility device aids (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) for disability transportation program members in vehicles with appropriate tie-down restraints.

* Operate vehicle-equipped ADA ramp/lift and ensure passenger enters and exits the vehicle safely.

* Support chartered transportation as scheduled by supervisory staff.

* Fuel vehicles daily at the end of each shift.

* Clean vehicles by removing trash, wiping down hard and soft surfaces and washing exterior.

* Deliver and pick-up vehicles to/from automotive service facilities as directed by supervisory staff.

* Utilize University-provided two-way radios for appropriate and professional communication with supervisor and/or on-duty dispatcher for updates and passenger transfer information. Use proper radio language (10-codes).

* Monitor and inspect the University's car/bike/scooter-sharing programs and identify devices/vehicles that are improperly placed on campus, such as blocking accessible pathways, and relocate devices to a proper hub. Report incidences to supervisory staff.

* Monitor, inspect and clean bus shelters, bike lockers and other PaTS-owned equipment to ensure University standards are upheld.

* Enter, edit, review, and submit information into necessary computer programs in support of dispatch operations.

* Assist with the bus advertisement program by inspecting and installing/removing bus ads as directed.

* Monitor PaTS signage around campus to ensure information is present and in good condition.

* Communicate professionally and respectfully with all customers, internal and external, and provide information, assistance and/or solutions to customers with questions, concerns and/or complaints to ensure they are appropriately handled.

* Support mandatory special events such as Football games, Commencement, the annual Transportation Fair and other University-hosted events that may fall outside of your traditional work schedule.

* Monitor email and driver's mailbox on a daily basis and respond accordingly.

* Attend quarterly driver safety meetings.

* Demonstrate initiative and remain productive throughout your workday.

* Complete mandatory training as directed by the University and participate in professional development opportunities such as supervisor-directed training, conferences and webinars.

* Report to work during adverse weather conditions as directed by PaTS leadership or University guidance in adherence with the mandatory job requirement for service-supporting positions.

* Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director for Transportation or their designee.

Valid, state-issued driver license.

*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan