Seasonal PTS Driver, No-CDL

THIS IS A ONE-YEAR TERM JOB

Job Summary:   

Operates fully accessible shuttle van as a supplement to the fixed route shuttle bus service.  Receives online ride requests via Harvard’s evening van mobile application and responds to requests throughout Cambridge / Allston campuses.  Assists passengers with mobility impairments as needed.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Operates shuttle van to meet scheduled and on-demand passenger pick-up requests.

• Communicates on two-way radio with dispatcher to receive instructions and confirm changes, additions, or deletions from route schedule.

• Assists passengers with mobility impairments both entering and exiting. 

• Performs daily safety inspection of vehicle and equipment.  Completes vehicle condition report that includes requests for maintenance and repair.

• Performs daily cleaning of vehicle interior including: emptying the trash receptacles, sweeping the floor, and dusting the seating surfaces.  Performs refueling of vehicle as needed.

• Utilizes on – demand electronic technology to provide safe ride services at night. 

• Performs related duties as required which may include occasional parcel delivery.

• Participates as a member of the Passenger Transport Services Planning Team.

• Performs related duties as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. 

• The incumbent needs the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

• Required to sit for prolonged periods of time.