Motor Pool Bus Driver

Salary: $46,902.00 - $57,173.00 Annually
Location : Hobbs, NM
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-00015
Department: VP Operations & Special Projects
Opening Date: 03/27/2024
Description
The Motor Pool Bus Driver shall report to the Vice President of Operations & Special Projects. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections before and after each route
• Ability to assess and correct minor maintenance issues that may arise on a trip (wiper blades, jump-starting a battery, changing a flat tire, etc.)
• Identifies and communicates mechanical/maintenance and/or emergency situations to Motor Pool Supervisor
• Ability to read and follow navigation equipment.
• Ability to safely drive in inclement weather as necessary (snow, rain, etc.)
• Ability to safely drive earlier in the morning or later at night as necessary.
• Obey all traffic laws
• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times
• Ensure the safety of all passengers
• Record and report mileage after each trip.
• May serve on various campus committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

Qualifications

• Valid New Mexico commercial driver's license (Required)
• CPR/ First Aid certified at the time of hire or achieve certification within 30 days from the date of hire.
• School bus and passenger endorsements (Preferred)
• At least six (6) months of experience operating large passenger buses (40 feet or greater)
• As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five( 5) years

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of College and department policies and procedures.

• Ability to operate a bus safely and for prolonged periods of time.
• Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle laws.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with multiple groups of people, including coaches, athletes, and college staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to diagnose mechanical problems.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Experience performing routine pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Knowledge of accident prevention/safe driving and bus operations practices, methods, and techniques.
• Professional attitude and appearance and exercises tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, coaches, and any other passengers.
• Commercial driving experience required - with a solid safety record, preferably in the bus transportation industry.
• Attendance as scheduled

• Strong organizational and route planning skills.
• Must be physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.
• Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches and more than 20 feet with or without correction, color vision, depth perception, and field of vision.
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Driving, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Additional Qualifications
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and
complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Additional Information
This is a twelve-month exempt position. Standard benefits apply. The full pay range for this position is $46,902 to $68,327.
To apply:
Submit NMJC application form via the NMJC website () letter of application (cover letter), resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment), and three references with current addresses and telephone numbers.
Insurance
Insurance for New Mexico Junior College is offered through the High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both and the
• Dental insurance is offered through
• Vision insurance is offered through
• Life insurance is offered through