Bus Driver- PT

New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide.

The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. More than 112,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the university’s community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future.

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The Bus Driver is responsible for safe and efficient transportation of passengers and materials across NYIT campuses and designated routes. This role includes conducting pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle readiness, and maintaining accurate records of trips and maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a 40+ passenger bus to transport passengers and materials, primarily between NYIT’s LI campus and Jericho Residence Hall.
• Perform pre-trip inspections to check vehicle systems such as lights, brakes, and tires, and complete required inspection forms.
• Monitor vehicle gauges and refuel as needed.
• Supervise loading and unloading of passengers and personal property.
• Maintain manifests, inventories, and passenger records.
• Assist passengers with disabilities as required.
• Utilize communication equipment to coordinate with dispatch.
• Maintain written records of trips, mileage, and passenger counts.
• Report vehicle malfunctions and maintenance needs to supervisors.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks in emergencies, such as bulb replacement or tire inflation.
• Transport vehicles to and from repair vendors.

Part-time/ Weekends-Saturday & Sunday/ 8 hour shift-up to 20 hours a week/ 9 month position

Valid CDL Class B license with Passenger and Air Brakes endorsements.

Ability to obtain 19A certification as required by New York State DMV.

Clean motor vehicle record without major violations.

Compliance with Federal Highway Administration Omnibus Transportation Act drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Ability to perform minor vehicle repairs and maintenance tasks.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

New York Institute of Technology offers numerous opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth and provides employees with a competitive compensation and benefits program inclusive of  generous paid time off, holidays, tuition remission, and retirement plans with employer contributions.

New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.