Student Assistant-Transit Bus Driver

Parking & Transportation Services is seeking dependable and customer-focused individuals to join our team as Transit Bus Drivers. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to gain professional driving experience while providing safe, reliable, and courteous transportation for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Rate of Pay: $15.00/hour

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Paid CDL training and testing.
• Salary increase after successful completion of training.
• Hands-on experience in professional transportation operations.
• Opportunity to serve the campus community and develop customer service and leadership skills.

• Safely operate transit buses along assigned routes and schedules.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist passengers as needed, including those with disabilities.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate ridership and operational records.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and fellow drivers via radio or mobile data system.
• Follow all departmental policies, traffic laws, and safety regulations.

• Must be a current USF student graduating no sooner than May 2027.
• Must have a Florida Driver’s License, a safe driving record, with at least 1 year of experience driving in the United States.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with passenger and air brake endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training provided for qualified applicants; CDL permit required before training begins.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and service.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and maintain a professional appearance.

Attention:

Florida has temporarily suspended the issuance of non-domiciled commercial learner’s permits (CLPs) and commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs), also known as non-immigrant or temporary CLPs and CDLs.

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