Position Details
Position Information
Advertising Department TRANSIT
Academic Term/Year Fall 2023/Spring 2024
Position Title Self-Help - ECU Transit Vehicle Operators
Posting Number 05387
Position Number 05387
Student Job Category Student - Self-Help Campus Job
Number of Vacancies 100
Job Description
ECU Department of Transit is currently seeking Vehicle Operators to perform
the following duties:
Complete a training course involving, but not limited to, online training,
classroom training, written work, quizzes/tests, and behind-the-wheel
training.
Familiarize self with system and safety features; geography and roadways
of assigned routes and service areas; traffic rules, regulations, and
laws.
Operate a transit vehicle to pick up, transport, and discharge passengers
while adhering to the route schedule and maintaining a pleasant and
courteous manner.
Provide information on bus services to customers, including bus schedules,
routes, and local information.
Receive and transmit two-way radio communications regarding accidents,
incidents, emergencies, criminal activities, or any other authorized ECU
Transit business while utilizing judgment and discretion to ensure
customer and individual safety.
Perform vehicle operations at variable times of day and night. May work
outside regular business hours ars required by service demands.
Operate a wheelchair lift, secure passengers' mobility devices, and assist
passengers with disabilities with boarding, riding, and alighting in a
safe manner including pushing a manual wheelchair up a steep ramp if
necessary.
Write reports and complete forms as required. May prepare detailed written
reports concerning accidents/incidents, breakdowns, and mechanical defects
as required at the end of a shift.
Complete ongoing training courses for professional development provided by
ECU Transit during the duration of employment.
Work at least 18-20 hours per week, depending on service demands.
Work is primarily between 06:00 am to 01:00 am for both bus and On-Demand
operators including some nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Please view our webpage concerning employment at ECU Transit:
https: // transit.ecu.edu/i-want-to/apply-for-employment/
Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)
Must be age 18 or older.
Must have held a valid North Carolina Driver's License for a minimum of
one year.
Applicants with out-of-state licenses must have the ability to switch to a North Carolina Driver's License.
Mus have a clean driving history, with no suspensions and 3 points or less
on Motor Vehicle Record.
Must have a minimum 2.3 GPA.
Must have no drug or alcohol-related violations with the university within
the last two years.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and continue to pass
random drug and/or alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment.
Must be able to obtain a CDL Medical Card and Commercial Learner's Permit.
Fees associated are reimbursed after completion of the training program
Must have availability to work for at least one year (Bus Operator
applicants only).
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload your resume online.
Quick Link for Direct Access https: // ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/63424
Open Date 06/28/2023
Close Date 06/30/2024
Open Until Filled No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Which state issued your drivers license?
(Open Ended Question)
Driver's License Number
(Open Ended Question)
License classification
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have any tickets on your driving record? If so, how many?
(Open Ended Question)
Are you able to drive during summer school?
(Open Ended Question)
Are you available to work during home football games?
(Open Ended Question)
What is your expected year to graduate?
(Open Ended Question)
What is your Grade Point Average (GPA)?
(Open Ended Question)
How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
0-1
2-3
4-5
6-7
8+
Are you an enrolled ECU student?
Yes
No
What is your ECU Student email address?
(Open Ended Question)
Which is your preference?
Bus Driver
SafeRide Operator
Either
How did you hear about this position?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Licenses/Certifications
