Under general supervision, operates a state vehicle to pick up and transport campus community to various points within the campus area and within a five (5) mile radius of campus; provides necessary assistance in boarding and de-boarding; and memorizes and documents route pick-up and drop-off points.  Performs a complete pre-pull-out inspection of assigned vehicle; conducts safety checks of equipment and provides results of such checks to supervisor when adjustments or repairs are necessary; refers to and implements route maps, time schedules, and instructions for route trips; and operates all equipment associated with operation of the vehicle and the safety and security of passengers.  Transports special needs passengers on designated vehicles; adheres to schedule and route; assists passengers requiring assistance on boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner; receives and transmits two-way radio messages involving accidents, emergencies, criminal activity, or any other situation related to university business; and reports hazardous or dangerous conditions along route, at passenger loading and unloading points.  Writes reports and completes forms; adheres to safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure well-being of the campus community; maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all university safety rules, policies, and procedures; and performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of the rules of safe driving and provisions of the State of California Vehicle Code pertaining to operation of vehicles described in the appropriate class; and State of California General Industrial Safety orders related to the assigned tasks of the class, particularly those related to vehicle and equipment operation.  Ability and specialized skills to: operate assigned equipment safely; recognize safety hazards and follow practices and laws to ensure safety; follow manuals and guidelines pertaining to operation of State vehicles; load and unload vehicles correctly and safely; follow oral and written instructions; read and write at a level appropriate to duties of the position; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; service and make routine repairs of equipment operated; and do manual labor as required by the duties of the position.  Possession of a Class B California driver’s license with passenger endorsement, the approved medical certificate, and a demonstrated good driving record.