Motor Vehicle Operator II - Delivery Driver
Motor Vehicle Operator II - Delivery Driver
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Position Title:
Motor Vehicle Operator II Delivery DriverJob Group:
MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:
One year experience driving trucks. Possession of the class (class A B C or D) of drivers license appropriate to vehicle driven and/or materials transported.Preferred Qualifications:
Delivery experience specifically within package and freight deliveryWarehouse receiving experience
Experience using electronic devices such as smart phones tablets and computers
Experience using forklifts and electric pallet jacks
Job Description:
Are you looking for a MondayFriday day shift position that offers excellent worklife balance Are you looking to join an organization with excellent benefits
If so Iowa State University is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator II to work as a delivery driver within the Central Receiving operation!
Iowa State UniversityCentral Receiving provides a singlepoint delivery networkfor the ISU campus. Central Receiving will receive track and redistribute university funded materials to ISU departments.
This position is responsible for daily delivery of packages and palletized goods and equipment to the Iowa State University community. This is a physical position that involves climbing stairs along with lifting and carrying packages daily. The successful individual will have the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. This person will need to make sound judgements have a sense of urgency and provide highlevel customer service. They will perform as a laborer when not driving in a fastpaced warehouse environment. The successful candidate will possess the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to warehousing and delivery work; the ability to perform heavy manual labor; and the ability to work in a varying weather conditions.
Hours: Monday Friday 7:30 am 4:00 pm
Under general supervision operates motor vehicle to transport personnel or materials. Uses judgment in the proper handling of cargo and determining priorities of assignments.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Reads work order to determine materials to be transported.
Consults with person responsible for materials to be hauled in order to determine special needs.
Verifies load with suppliers against order request.
Loads and unloads cargo including hazardous materials or sensitive instrument.
Secures cargo using chains rubberized straps padding to prevent damage.
Assembles furniture or exhibits.
Services vehicles both interior and exterior including cleaning and washing with power equipment refueling and other minor items of vehicle maintenance as required.
Performs as a Laborer when not driving.
Responds to calls for emergency service including snow removal as required.
May require occasional instate and outofstate overnight travel.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to read write follow instructions and communicate orally.
Ability to operate moving equipment such as pallet movers and forklifts.
Ability to make sounds judgments and decisions.
Ability to safely operate and insure proper maintenance of vehicles.
Knowledge of proper loading/securing techniques for specialized cargo.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing operation of state vehicles.
Knowledge of motor vehicle laws.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
06Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1 Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2 Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
April 2 2025Posting Close Date:
April 13 2025Job Requisition Number:
R16758Employment Type
Full-Time
