Student Employment - ECU Transit Vehicle Operators

Student Employment•ECU Transit Vehicle Operators East Carolina University United States, North Carolina, Greenville May 13, 2026 Position Details Position Information Advertising Department TRANSIT Academic Term/Year

SUMMER 2026

Position Title Student Employment•ECU Transit Vehicle Operators Posting Number 06728 Position Number 06728 Student Job Category Student•Hourly Job Number of Vacancies 100 Job Description ECU Department of Transit is currently seeking Transit 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 as 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 15-20 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/apply-for-employment/ Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.) Must be age 18 or older. Must have held a valid North Carolina Driver's License, Class C or higher 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. Must have a clean driving history, with no suspensions and 3 points or less on Motor Vehicle Record, and no moving violations within the last 12 months. 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 (Bus Operator applicants only). Must be able to obtain a Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (Bus Operator applicants only). 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. Additional Instructions to Applicants Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement. Quick Link for Direct Access https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/82721 Open Date 05/13/2026 Close Date 06/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.