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Federal Work Study (On-Campus - Transit Vehicle Operators)

East Carolina University

East Carolina University

Posted 6+ months ago

Position Details

Position Information
Advertising Department TRANSIT
Academic Term/Year FALL 2025/SPRING 2026
Position Title Federal Work Study (On-Campus - Transit Vehicle Operators)
Posting Number 07401
Position Number 07401
Student Job Category Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus
Number of Vacancies 15
Job Description
ECU Department of Transit is currently seeking several Vehicle Operators to perform the following duties:
  • Complete a training course involving, but not limited to, online training, classroom training, written work, quizzes/tests, and behind-the-wheel training.
  • Familiarize self with system and safety features; geography and roadways of assigned routes and service areas; traffic rules, regulations, and laws.
  • Operate a transit vehicle to pick up, transport, and discharge passengers while adhering to the route schedule and maintaining a pleasant and courteous manner.
  • Provide information on bus and van services to customers, including bus schedules, routes, and local information.
  • Receive and transmit two-way radio communications regarding accidents, incidents, emergencies, criminal activities, or any other authorized ECU Transit business while utilizing judgment and discretion to ensure customer and individual safety.
  • Perform vehicle operations at variable times of day and night. May work outside regular business hours as required by service demands.
  • Operate a wheelchair lift, secure passengers’ mobility devices, and assist passengers with disabilities with boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner including pushing a manual wheelchair up a steep ramp if necessary.
  • Write reports and complete forms as required. May prepare detailed written reports concerning accidents/incidents, breakdowns, and mechanical defects as required at the end of a shift.
  • Complete ongoing training courses for professional development provided by ECU Transit during the duration of employment.
  • Work at least 15-20 hours per week, depending on service demands.
  • Work is primarily between 06:00 am to 01:00 am for both bus and On-Demand operators including some nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.

While Transit is considered a campus location, our office is located off main-campus at 285 Easy St, Greenville, NC 27834. Students are expected to have their own transportation for opening and closing shifts.
Please view our webpage concerning employment at ECU Transit: https://transit.ecu.edu/i-want-to/apply-for-employment/ to learn more about this job.
Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Must be age 18 or older.
  • Must have held a valid NC Driver’s License for a minimum of one year.
    • Applicants with out-of-state licenses must have the ability to switch to a North Carolina Driver’s License.
    • Driver’s License must NOT be a full provisional license.
  • Must have a clean driving history including:
    • No more than 3 active points on Motor Vehicle Record.
    • No moving violations or at-fault accidents within the last year.
    • No suspensions, or convictions of reckless driving, or driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other controlled substances (DWI/DUI) on record.
    • No convictions of any crime involving the illegal use, possession, sale, manufacture, distribution, or transportation of a controlled substance, drug, narcotic, or alcoholic beverage.
  • Must have a minimum 2.3 GPA.
  • Must have no drug or alcohol related violations with the university within the last two years.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and continue to pass random drug and/or alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment for bus operators.
  • Must be able to obtain a CDL Medical Card and Commercial Learner’s Permit for bus operators.
    • Fees associated are reimbursed after completion of the training program
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload your resume and Federal Work Study Authorization form.

To be ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS, students MUST QUALIFY and RECEIVE an AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610.)
Quick Link for Direct Access https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/87783
Open Date 08/11/2025
Close Date 04/01/2026
Open Until Filled No
Nondiscrimination Statement
East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you legally licensed and able to drive in the state of North Carolina? If so, approximately how long have you held that license

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Driver's License Number

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Which state issued your drivers license?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * License classification?

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Do you have any ticket violations on your driving record? (If so, how many?)

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 2-3
    • 4-5
    • 6-7
    • 8+
  7. * What is your Grade Point Average (GPA)?

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * How did you hear about this position?

    (Open Ended Question)

  9. * What is your ECU Student email address?

    (Open Ended Question)

  10. * Which Transit position are you interested in?
    • Bus Operator
    • Van Operator

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  2. Federal Work Study Hiring Authorization
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Licenses/Certifications
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