Hourly Pooled - Van Driver, Transportation Services

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JOB TITLE:  

Van Driver

JOB PURPOSE:   

Safely transport passengers for the SafeRide and/or Paratransit services that provide transportation on an “on-demand” basis. 

DEMAND RESPONSE DETAILS:

Paratransit: provides complementary ADA transportation for those with disabilities.

     Hours of operations: Monday - Friday 6:00am – 7:00pm 

SafeRide: provides alternate night and weekend public transportation

     Hours of operations: *reduced hours of operations during summer

• Monday - Wednesday 6:00pm - 12:30am
• Thursday & Friday 6:00pm – 3:00am
• Saturday 11:30am - 6:30pm; 9:30pm – 3:00am
• Sunday 11:30am – 6:30pm

Scheduling:

• Ideal position for college students or those needing flexibility in scheduling
• Employees can work one or both services
• Scheduling is based on an availability matrix and is discussed in the interview

Pay: $16.35 - $16.85/hr, depending on service

• Competitive pay raises
• Paid training 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Safely operate UW transit vehicles to include the transportation of passengers, and operate ADA equipment.
• Perform safety inspections of vehicles to ensure equipment is operating within safe parameters. Maintain inventory of equipment. 
• Assist with shop and vehicle cleaning.
• Orient and train new employees as required.
• Provide excellent customer service, offer assistance and answer questions from passengers as required. 
• All other duties as assigned.  

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

Limited dispatch opportunities, can be discussed if interested. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

*Preference will be given to applicants that have night availability from 9:30pm – 3:00am

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Other requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP. 
• A CDL license is NOT required for the position.
• Must be able to comply with the University Drug & Alcohol Policy.  
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening. Random drug and/or alcohol screenings will be required and will occur on scheduled shifts.
• Pass required background check 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for two work-related references.  Applicants must provide an availability matrix for the current semester. The availability matrix can be requested via email at [email protected] 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.  

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/