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Cat-Tran Driver - 122690

Position Number: 5454982
Location: Cullowhee, NC
Position Type: Human Resources

Cat-Tran Driver - 122690

Western Carolina University

Department: Cat-Tran

About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list.Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary: The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

This position will serve as a Cat Tran/shuttle bus driver on Western Carolina University's campus. Shuttles transport students, faculty and staff to various locations on campus according to established schedules and during emergency situations. The driver will also complete operating reports, inspect, clean and perform pre-trip safety inspections. Driver may be required to work different shifts as needed.

The operation of shuttles is within and in close proximity of the WCU campus. There are times during the day that the campus is very busy and congested with pedestrians and vehicular traffic which will require the driver to focus on safety during shuttle operations.

This position is 12 months per year, 40 hours/week position; benefits package included.

*All full-time drivers are also expected to work weekends when special events on campus require Cat Tran / shuttle service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

Minimum Qualifications: Sufficient experience to operate assigned vehicles or equipment. Additional Requirements: Must possess necessary licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

Preferred Qualifications:

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants: This is a 12 month position. Applicants must apply online to be considered. Please complete all areas of the application and including your type of license with endorsements and expiration date. Incomplete applications may not be given consideration in the review process.Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of references (with complete contact information).Applicants must possess a minimum of 6 months of commercial vehicle driving experience and possess a North Carolina CDL Class C drivers license with Passenger Endorsement or higher classification of CDL with Passenger Endorsement.Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of North Carolina commercial motor vehicle laws and regulations. Prior shuttle bus, school bus, passenger bus or large commercial motor vehicle driving experience is preferred.All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/28286