Shuttle Driver - Limited

Under direct supervision of Transit Manager, the Principal Automotive Equipment Operator or Shuttle Driver will operate a variety of passenger shuttle buses throughout the City and County of San Francisco and Oakland.  The primary purpose of the position is to safely transport staff, faculty, and students who are required to travel between campus sites to fulfill their work and school related obligations.  The drivers also support patient transportation to various UCSF clinical facilities on regular shuttles or on-demand Jitney service.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job.  The functions should add up to 100%.

% 

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

100

Operate shuttle buses and vans between various UCSF campus sites within San Francisco and the Bay Area;  operate wheel-chair lifts and assist disabled patrons as needed; conduct daily passenger boarding counts; assist customers and provides information as requested concerning shuttle service schedules, policies and procedures, and other related information.

Keep vehicles clean, fueled, checking and maintaining fluid levels and performing daily vehicle safety checks as directed.  Complete necessary forms and logs and advise Transit Supervisors and vehicle maintenance personnel of any vehicle-related problems or issues in a timely manner.

Perform ambassador duties, helping out users of various transportation services as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• One year experience in the operation of commercial automotive equipment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid California Department of Motor Vehicles Driver's License and an excellent driving record with no license restrictions other than for corrective lenses
• Current Class B Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement, Air Brakes Endorsement, and medical certification
• Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic calculations; and one year of experience in the operations of automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position; must have a valid California DMV Driver’s License for the class of vehicle to be operated; must have no license restrictions other than for corrective lenses;
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good oral and written communication skills

Note: Physical/health screening and background check required

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Commercial Class B with Passenger Endorsement, Air Brakes Endorsement, and medical certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of commercial professional passenger-transport licensing
• Formal training and experience in a certified defensive training program, such as Smith System
• Three years of driving experience
• Demonstrated experience driving a commercial passenger vehicle in a large, urban setting