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Eastern University
Campus Shuttle Driver
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What they do
A Van, Taxi, Shuttle Driver drives vehicles to transport small groups of passengers, or provides paying customers with transportation to a specific location. May transport passengers between a small number of predetermined locations, such as a hotel shuttle that provides patrons with rides to the airport.
$34,883 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice. Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 9,000 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and seminary programs. The university's main campus is located in St. Davids, PA, with many programs also offered online. Eastern's core values of Faith, Reason, and Justice are woven into all of its educational offerings. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education. Position Description This position is responsible for transporting passengers safely and efficiently between Eastern University St. Davids campus and Valley Forge campus. They will serve as a primary face of customer service, ensuring passengers comfort while strictly adhering to all traffic safety laws. The primary objective of a Shuttle Driver is to provide reliable, on-time passenger transit. This role combines professional motor vehicle operation with high-quality hospitality, requiring drivers to manage schedules, and perform basic vehicle upkeep. Position Responsibilities
- Embodies values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and affirmation.
- Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join together to achieve our common mission.
- Drive a multi-passenger van safely along designated routes or loops.
- Greet riders warmly, answer itinerary questions, and provide local recommendations.
- Collect passenger's identification for each rider.
- Sweep, vacuum, and wipe down the vehicle interior to maintain an excellent presentation
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip safety checks on tires, fluids, brakes, and lights.
- Use radios or mobile dispatch apps to update coordinators on traffic, delays, or emergency issues.
- Keep accurate track of arrival and departure times to remain strictly on schedule.
- Log mileage, fuel consumption, passenger headcounts, and any road incidents
- A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required. Any violations impacting the operator's license will require a self-report to the Department's Administration within 24 hrs.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screening.
- Willingness to work variable shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Status :
Position is an hourly staff position. Fulltime employees will work a standard 40 hour shift per week, part time employees will work as scheduled based on Department needs. Qualifications- Willingness to work variable shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong interpersonal communication and conflict-de-escalation skills.
- High punctuality and independent time management.
- Strong interpersonal communication and conflict-de-escalation skills.
- High punctuality and independent time management.