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1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
Special Instructions to Applicants All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice Boasting a 300-acre tree‑lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6‑to‑1 undergraduate student‑to‑faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses and student government. Developing close‑knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe operation of Rice University buses and for providing excellent transportation and customer service to the Rice community and visitors. The driver must serve as an ambassador to the Rice community and remain tactful at all times. The driver will provide detailed information to passengers on campus events, parking, building locations, and METRO information as needed. They must stay informed about all university policies and regulations, as well as state and federal transportation and traffic rules.
Workplace Requirements On‑campus position: This position is exclusively on‑site, requiring all duties to be performed in person. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change. This role is classified as an essential position, requiring on‑site presence to effectively carry out its vital functions.
Hiring Range $18.20
Minimum Requirements
School bus driving skills and experience interacting with students, staff, and visitors regularly
Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers
Ability to represent the university professionally
Basic computer knowledge
Commercial bus driving skills
Ability to work with diverse individuals and provide relevant information
Preferences
High school diploma or equivalent
Six months of related bus driving experience
Must possess and maintain a Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement, with no more than three (3) moving violations or at‑fault accidents in the past three years, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) within the past 10 years
Ability to operate electronically equipped vehicles
Ability to clean and sweep buses
Essential Functions
Transport university community members and guests
Follow safety rules and comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner
Provide embarking and disembarking assistance to passengers as needed
Maintain order among passengers during trips to ensure safety
Provide detailed information to passengers about campus events, parking, buildings, and METRO information as needed
Check the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order
Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs
Maintain knowledge of first‑aid procedures
Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, and fuel consumption
Perform all other duties as assigned
Rice University HR | Benefits https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
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Bus Driver
role at
Rice University .
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
Special Instructions to Applicants All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice Boasting a 300-acre tree‑lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6‑to‑1 undergraduate student‑to‑faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses and student government. Developing close‑knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe operation of Rice University buses and for providing excellent transportation and customer service to the Rice community and visitors. The driver must serve as an ambassador to the Rice community and remain tactful at all times. The driver will provide detailed information to passengers on campus events, parking, building locations, and METRO information as needed. They must stay informed about all university policies and regulations, as well as state and federal transportation and traffic rules.
Workplace Requirements On‑campus position: This position is exclusively on‑site, requiring all duties to be performed in person. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change. This role is classified as an essential position, requiring on‑site presence to effectively carry out its vital functions.
Hiring Range $18.20
Minimum Requirements
School bus driving skills and experience interacting with students, staff, and visitors regularly
Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers
Ability to represent the university professionally
Basic computer knowledge
Commercial bus driving skills
Ability to work with diverse individuals and provide relevant information
Preferences
High school diploma or equivalent
Six months of related bus driving experience
Must possess and maintain a Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement, with no more than three (3) moving violations or at‑fault accidents in the past three years, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) within the past 10 years
Ability to operate electronically equipped vehicles
Ability to clean and sweep buses
Essential Functions
Transport university community members and guests
Follow safety rules and comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner
Provide embarking and disembarking assistance to passengers as needed
Maintain order among passengers during trips to ensure safety
Provide detailed information to passengers about campus events, parking, buildings, and METRO information as needed
Check the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order
Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs
Maintain knowledge of first‑aid procedures
Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, and fuel consumption
Perform all other duties as assigned
Rice University HR | Benefits https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
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