Transportation Driver

Transportation Driver
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.
However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.
*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

Position Information
General Information
Position Number
STMP15
Working Title
Transportation Driver
Division
Business Affairs
Department
Business Services (Adm)
Work Unit
Parking & Transportation Services
Work Location
Parking and Transportation Services - 9643 Poplar Lane, Charlotte NC 28223
Vacancy Open To
All Candidates
Position Designation
Non-Student Temporary
Employment Type
Temporary - Part-time
Hours per week
29 or Less
Work Schedule
This is a non-student temporary position that has no set schedule, and the incumbent would support business operations as a Transportation Driver and event staff person based on current business needs. Ideal position for those who mostly want to work based on their own availability.
However, this position is designated as mandatory and is essential for campuswide special events such as Football Games, Commencement ceremonies, and other special events. Mandatory dates of employment are communicated well in advance for planning purposes. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to use sound judgment with respect to maintaining personal safety given their individual circumstances, but also to make a substantial and good-faith effort to reach the work site in a timely manner when adverse weather or other conditions affect normal campus operations.
Pay Rate
$15 Per Hour
Minimum Experience/Education
Required Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of professional driving experience
• 1 year of customer service experience

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
* Experience transporting people with disabilities and familiarity with ADA regulations
* Valid, state-issued Commercial Driver License, class A or B, with Passenger endorsement
* Valid DOT Medical Card
Duties and Responsibilities
Support day-to-day transportation services and programs, including Niner Transit, Niner Paratransit, fixed-route transportation, chartered transportation for predetermined groups, special events, the shared-mobility program for e-scooters and pedal-assist bicycles, bicycle lockers, bus and shelter advertising.
Other Work/Responsibilities
* Prepare and complete paperwork, logs, and records legibly and completely, as required * Perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections * Report vehicle defects and safety-related concerns
* Operate state vehicles in accordance with University policy and state regulatory requirements
* Provide point-to-point transportation for members of the Niner Paratransit program, the University's ADA transport service * Properly secure mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) for disability transportation program members in vehicles with appropriate tie-down restraints
* Operate ADA lifts/ramps
* Support chartered transportation services
* Fuel vehicles daily at the end of each shift
* Clean vehicles by removing trash, wiping down hard and soft surfaces, and washing exterior
* Transport vehicles to/from automotive service facilities as needed
* Utilize University-provided two-way radios and tablets
* Monitor and inspect all transportation facilities and equipment
* Serve as a dispatch and perform data entry functions supporting various transportation programs
* Serve as an ambassador of the Parking & Transportation Services Department and conduct yourself in a professional and customer-focused manner
* Support mandatory special events such as Football games, Commencement, and other University-hosted events that may fall outside of a traditional work schedule. Working special events is a mandatory requirement of this position
* Monitor email and driver's mailbox on a daily basis and respond accordingly
* Attend quarterly driver safety meetings.
* Complete mandatory training as directed by the University and participate in professional development opportunities such as supervisor-directed training
* Report to work during adverse weather conditions as directed by PaTS leadership or University guidance in adherence with the mandatory job requirement for service-supporting positions
* Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director for Transportation or their designee.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Valid, state-issued driver license.
Proposed Hire Date
10/01/2024
Expected Length of Assignment
11 Months
Posting Open Date
09/09/2024
Posting Close Date
10/15/2024
Special Notes to Applicants
*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.
However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.
*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
2. Contact Information for References
3. Other Document

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest