Driver

About this position:

Provides on-time transportation services for Emory & Henry employees and students, ensuring transportation system and passenger safety.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drivers must be able to operate a commercial motor vehicle as defined by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Drives college-owned equipment such as 56 passenger buses, 28 passenger buses and 15 passenger vans, providing safe and efficient transportation to the Emory & Henry community.
• Performs routine pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection and maintenance including checking the oil, fuel, brakes, lights, windshield wipers, and water and tire pressures.
• Provides travel information and other general assistance to the Emory & Henry community and its visitors.
• Maintains records of work performed; makes timely reports of accidents, incidents, and unusual occurrences.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a loaded passenger bus.

Working Conditions:

Drivers will be expected to operate vehicles in various weather conditions to include rain, snow, sleet, etc.