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Closing Date: Type of Position: Skilled Labor Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance. The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential. You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad. Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program. Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy. As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.575.8400 . Department: Motor Pool Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Motor Coach Operator is responsible for operating UAPB Motor Coaches and driving cross-country (southeast region) to transport UAPB students faculty and staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and UAPB policy. Qualifications: TYPICAL FUNCTIONS An Operator drives the motor coach safely, arrives at pickup location at assigned times, drives to the point of destination in a safe manner according to the schedule, adheres to traffic laws and DOT regulations, follows proper procedures when arriving at a location, maintains awareness of driving conditions and scans environment for possible safety hazards. · Reviews the prior day’s Driver Vehicle Inspection Report and conducts a comprehensive pre-trip inspection and post-trip inspection of the motor coach to ensure safe operating conditions. · Inspects the inside and outside of the motor coach and brake system following a checklist, documents mechanical malfunctions or other motor coach problems on the proper form, verbally notifies the mechanic or supervisor of mechanical malfunctions if unable to safely operate the vehicle, receives notification from mechanic of action to take, and determines if the motor coach is safe for operation. · Boards and deboards passengers, provide passenger pretrip safety announcements, and load passenger baggage into baggage compartment using proper lifting techniques. · Responsible for enforcing the rules of the motor coach; make determination of whether incidents on the motor coach require unscheduled stops or the notification of law enforcement and consider welfare of all passengers. · Passenger questions and respond to requests for assistance. · Must provide positive customer service to passengers, act in a friendly and courteous manner and follow correct routes. · Completes all required documentation and maintains driver logs according to DOT regulations and UAPB Policies. · Coordinates any special requirements or considerations necessary for making the trip with appropriate personnel. · Maintains records of bus use and travel logs, and prepares reports of operations. · Attends driving courses as needed and/or required. · Performs other duties as assigned. · Maintains professional dress and grooming (uniforms will be provided). Additional Information: KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Ability to drive for periods up to 10 hours at a time. Ability to communicate in oral and written form. Skill in commercial bus or truck driving. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus 3-5 years of experience in cross-country commercial driving. · CDL Class B or Class A · Passenger Endorsement · Must provide valid documentation of a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination. Salary Information: 12.39 - 24.34 USD Hourly Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position) : Recruitment Contact Information: Sharron Williams, Employment Manager, 870-575-8403, All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: Benefits Eligible: No