Shuttle Bus Driver - PM #639 Job in Washington, DC

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

• Cleans, performs minor maintenance, and checks shuttle bus or van for safety related issues.
• Operates multi-passenger vehicles on a scheduled, designated route, ensuring the safe and timely transportation of passengers.
• Conducts thorough pre- and post–shift vehicle inspections to ensure all safety equipment and mechanical components are in proper working order.
• Assists passengers with boarding and exiting, including operating wheelchair lifts and restraints.
• Provides friendly and helpful customer service, including greeting passengers, answering questions about the route, and providing information about the Senate campus.
• Communicates effectively with two-way radios or cell phones to report delays, incidents, or mechanical issues.
• Assists in COOP (Continuity of Operations Plan) trainings and emergencies.

Required Work Experience

• At least one year of driving experience operating a shuttle bus or similar vehicle.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Possession of a valid driver’s license for at least five years and a good driving record.
• Ability to operate a shuttle bus in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance, repair, and safety.
• Ability to perform physical labor involved in minor vehicle maintenance and to operate cleaning and tire changing equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with Senate staff when addressing concerns related to the shuttle service.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Possession of a CDL Class B experience is encouraged but not required.
• Experience with pre-trip inspections, basic vehicle maintenance checks, and fueling procedures.
  

Working Conditions

• Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
• Sedentary.
• Ability to lift large machinery.

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Email

SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov

Address

U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001