"Alerted.org

Departmental Assistant (Transportation)

Work type: Hourly

Department:Transportation Services

Union:Non-Benefited

Categories: Transportation, Temporary Non-Benefited

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

To provide safe, excellent, and courteous bus service to the public.

Essential Functions

+ Operate a 35 and 40-foot transit bus.

+ Communicate clearly over a 2-way radio system.

+ Follow detailed route schedules during driving shifts.

+ Perform complete pre-trip vehicle inspection as per Federal and State Motor Carrier Safety Acts and fill in appropriate reports.

+ Safely and efficiently transport passengers to and from their destination.

+ Perform all necessary reporting requirements, as necessary.

+ Adhere to all driving and work schedules, UMass Transit work rules and obey rules of the road.

+ Attend driver’s safety meetings, passenger relations course, sensitivity training and read weekly newsletters and information boards.

+ Perform all tasks as required by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

+ Must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid Massachusetts CDL license with passenger and air brake endorsements.

+ Must be able to pass a medical exam and drug screen as per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act.

+ Must be able to work under stressful conditions, demonstrate good judgement and possess mature and responsible attitudes.

Physical Demands/ Working Conditions

+ Operate a 35 and 40-foot transit bus.

Work Schedule

+ Schedule varies.

+ This is a temporary, non-benefited position.

Additional Details

+ Safely operate 35, 40 and 60-foot transit buses.

+ UMass Transit routes, radio operation and driving techniques.

+ Will acquire good passenger relations, conflict resolution techniques and safe driving techniques.

Supervision Received:

+ Directly supervised by the driver’s supervisor and operations supervisor, under the guidance of the Assistant Transit Manager.

Salary Information

$17.50 per hour.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must complete online application and provide contact information for three (3) personal references.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.  To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.  It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Advertised: Dec 27 2024 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: May 31 2025 Eastern Daylight Time