TRANSIT DRIVER

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number SRGV9220 Working Title TRANSIT DRIVER Number of Vacancies 1 Location Edinburg, Texas Department Campus Auxiliary Services FTE 1.0 FLSA Non-Exempt Scope of Job

To provide skilled work in the routine operation of shuttles, trans, passenger vans, buses and other vehicles. Performs routine (journey-level) motor vehicle operations. Responsible for the safe operation of University vehicles and provide quality customer service to passengers.

Description of Duties

• Drives and operates assigned vehicle over designated route or to specific destination.
• Prepares and maintains records pertaining to vehicle operation, including completion of mileage reports.
• Performs daily vehicle inspection and reports needed adjustments or repairs to Supervisor or Vehicle Services.
• Ensures timely scheduling and performance of vehicle maintenance.
• Ensures vehicle passenger capacity is not exceeded.
• Fuels vehicles.
• Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of vehicles.
• Adhere to timely performance of service to meet required schedule.
• May be required to transport supplies and/or materials.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Supervision Received

General and specific instructions from supervisor.

Supervision Given

Instructions to other drivers when assigned.

Required Education

High school graduation or GED.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

Commercial driver's license or higher (CDL) Class B license with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsement is required for shuttle buses and other personnel carriers.

As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience driving a shuttle, bus, tram, comparable truck, or passenger van on a commercial basis, OR having successfully acquired a class B or higher CDL with passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction while employed as a transit driver in training with UTRGV.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Ability to operate vehicles of the type owned by the University.

Preferred: Ability to use automotive tools in performing minor repairs. Experience working with ADA equipment, i.e. wheelchair lift.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Exposure to weather and driving hazards. This position will be subject to a pre-employment physical, motor vehicle record check, criminal background, and drug & alcohol random exams. This position is classified as a safety sensitive position in accordance with FTA's rules and regulations. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles are expected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus at their assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply for positions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordance with UTRGV policies.

Other

Knowledge of motor vehicle operations, passenger, traffic rules and regulations, ensuring proper maintenance of motor vehicles and exercising proper safety precautions when operating a vehicle. Skill in operating motor vehicles. Ability to follow schedules and instructions in operating vehicles and to follow practices in loading and unloading cargo.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 10/28/2026 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Gender

• Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

Quick Link https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52973

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current UTRGV employee?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

• Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

• Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• • Please select your highest level of completed education.

• 6th grade education

• 10th grade education

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

• Masters Degree from an accredited university

• Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

• None of the above

• • Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

• 7 years

• 8 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

• Over 10 years

• • Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3
• Certifications and Licenses
• Training Certificates
• Other Document
• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Letter of Interest
• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
• Additional Document