Work Days:Varies On Call
Shift Start/End Time:Varies On Call
Hours Per Week: Varies
Weeks Per Year: Varies
Van Driver - On Call
Pay Status and Classification:Temporary Non-exempt Part-time.
Supervisor:Transportation Manager
Position Purpose:Provides transportation of Union College students staff and community members to and from College approved locations following safety protocols.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Safety Compliance:Conducts pre-trip inspections of equipment before each designated route. Reports concerns regarding vehicle safety road hazards and safety for the community being served i.e. road hazards sick or intoxicated students to the immediate supervisor from Campus Safety. Complies with random drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Trip Management and Reporting:Provides trip information to the dispatcher before each trip. Maintains scheduled times and locations for the Trolley Service. Reports all incidents whether minor or major to the immediate supervisor from Campus Safety.
Qualifications:
Two or more years of transportation driving experience.
Valid NYS Drivers License with a clean driving record.
Strong communication skills and ability to exercise exceptional judgment and demonstrate outstanding professionalism in a range of situations.
Demonstrated commitment to following safety procedures.
Physical requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle. Ability to lift carry and move objects up to 25 pounds as needed. Ability to enter and exit the vehicle frequently and assist passengers as necessary.
Able to foster and enhance a thriving culturally diverse and inclusive learning community while promoting a sense of belonging among students alumni faculty and staff colleagues.
Able to anticipate deliver on and exceed the expectations of constituencies served e.g. students faculty alumni supervises and colleagues.
Compensation
The expected rate for this position is $18.50 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to departmental budgets qualifications experience education licenses specialty and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady NY
We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best colleagues and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
We offer great benefits even for temporary employees including:
Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and On-Campus Wellness Programs
Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education employment and criminal convictions.
E-Verify Participation:Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).
Required Experience:
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