APPROXIMATE HOURLY RATE -
$14.34 to
$20.68
PAY GRADE: 24
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, part time vacancies as they may occur
in this geographical location.
Drivers operate assigned vehicles to transport passengers and materials from specified locations in accordance with agency policies and safe driving practices.
--The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a part-time Shuttle Bus Driver. Duties include: operating a shuttle bus on assigned routes, transporting students and staff; performing a pretrip safety inspection before operating the shuttle bus; assisting disabled riders by utilizing lifts and securement devices; keeping the shuttle bus clean and fueled; identifying repairs as needed and
performing additional duties as assigned.
--The typical work schedule is 30 hours a week Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm varied schedule; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours. Information regarding campus security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at http://www.unr.edu/Documents/administration-finance/Police/2013-Annual-Report.pdf . Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. The Nevada System of Higher Education is a Federal contractor and is subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). Applicants are encouraged to complete a voluntary survey to measure the effectiveness of the outreach efforts to veterans. Please use this link to complete the voluntary survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/V3JLHCC
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
One year of experience driving vehicles that require a commercial driver's license.
Special Notes
Driver-Shuttle Bus positions are subject to random testing for drugs and alcohol per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Chapter III, Part 382.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Special Requirements
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant.
Additional Position Criteria
This position requires a valid Nevada Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's license and Passenger Endorsement.
This position requires experience transporting passengers for a business or employer.
This position requires the ability to work a varied schedule.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds.
This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
