• Job Description

  Req#: FULLT002176

  Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions

  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Transport guests of the Rocket Center and Space Camp to and from the Huntsville Airport, surrounding schools, and other locations within the State.
  • Drive the tour bus for the Marshall Space Flight Center bus tour.
  • Operate other center vehicles for transportation between Aviation Challenge and Space Camp Facilities.
  • Operate any Rocket Center vehicle and meet any other transportation requirements that might arise.
  • Operate company vehicles in an effective, efficient, and safe manner and ensure that all malfunctions are reported promptly for repair.
  • Transports employees, guests, and trainees in a safe and timely manner.
  • Respond to, and whenever possible, resolve guests’ questions and complaints promptly and in a manner, that reflects the Mission, Vision, and Spirit of the Rocket Center.
  • Meet or exceed the expectations of the Transportation Department for the accurate and timely completion of related tasks and assignments.

  Supervisory Responsibilities No

  Required Education and Experience

  Education: High School or G.E.D.
  
  Experience: 2-3 years of experience driving commercial vehicles is required. Class B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsement or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Must have some knowledge of bus operations and equipment; demonstrated substantive experience in the operations of large buses, mini-busses, and/or vans.

  Work Hours (Must be able to work at least two shifts)

  1. Monday through Friday from 6:00 am-3:30 pm.
  2. Sunday through Thursday from 3:00 pm-11:00 pm.
  3. Friday and Saturday from 6:00 am-11:00 pm.
  4. Open Availability (Can work any shift).

  Work Environment/Physical Demands Summary

  This position has the following special requirements:

  • Walking and climbing (stairs) to access other departments, buildings, and company vehicles.
  • Sitting for prolonged periods (over 3 hours) several times a day while driving center vehicles and lifting items weighing up to 40 pounds to waist height.
  • Bending, kneeling, and reaching to inspect center vehicles and operate controls.
  • Reading, sight, wrist movements, and feeling to operate center vehicles.
  • Talking and hearing to communicate with supervisors, guests, and employees in person and to give verbal instructions to passengers.
  • Ability to safely enter and exit all center vehicles.
  • This position involves working the operation of center vehicles in various weather conditions and temperatures.
  • The position deals extensively with guests and children.
  • The position deals with employees who interact with assigned areas of responsibility.

  Travel Required? Yes - to and from the airport and locally.

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  The US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama is a museum operated by the government of Alabama, showcasing rockets, achievements, and artifacts of the US space program.

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