Bus Driver/Grounds/Maintenance

Job Locations US-TX-Denison

Type Regular Full-Time

Category

 Facilities/Maintenance

Overview

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson's reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

Bus Driver/Maintenance Tech: Drives the assigned college vehicle to destinations as assigned; adheres to all traffic laws and safety requirements including pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Performs grounds keeping duties such as mowing, weeding, and landscaping. Performs non-trade specific repairs to campus buildings, assists other trades and other duties as assigned.

The salary range for this position is $17.00 to $20.00/hourly.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available

Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only

Vacation Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year

Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, and Independence Day

Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.

Responsibilities

40% Drives the assigned college vehicle to destinations as assigned; adheres to all traffic laws and safety requirements including pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

10% Keeps assigned bus or vehicles clean and fueled.

10% Completes and submits all required reports and documentation; reports all accidents, vehicle damage, and student conduct issues or injuries as they occur.

25% Maintains the campus grounds so that they are clean, safe and in good condition at all times.

5% Performs maintenance duties and cares for grounds of campus.

5% Monitors campus grounds for cleanliness and attractiveness; disposes of litter as needed and reports other grounds concerns to the grounds crew leader.

5% Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.

Maintains basic knowledge of all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks and uses equipment as designed.

Practices proper safety techniques.

Maintains the campus grounds so they are clean, safe and in good condition at all times.

Treats all campus community members and guests with courtesy.

This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Qualifications

A high school education or GED is required.

Valid Texas CDL (Class A or B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement). No record of DUI convictions in the past 10 years. Must be able to pass DOT mandated physical exam. Must be able to pass pre-duty and randomly administered drug and alcohol tests.

Six months to two years of similar or related experience.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Acceptable driving record as determined by the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Public Safety. Must meet all state (TEA) qualification for school bus drivers. Must meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility.

Knowledge of basic safety techniques when operating grounds keeping equipment.

The work requires standing, walking over uneven surfaces, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or other similar activities.

Work normally involves contacts with persons beyond immediate associates generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information which may require some discussion. Outside contacts take the form of service to the public (students, visitors or vendors) requiring ordinary courtesy in providing assistance and information.

Occasional exposure to objectable conditions or variations such as those found in variable weather conditions or light industrial settings.

This position requires three professional references. This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or [email protected].