UVA Transportation Support Services Driver

Business Services at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks driver applications for the UVA Ride and UVA FlexRide services for the department of Parking & Transportation. UVA Ride Drivers provide overnight fare-free shuttle service for University students and staff. UVA FlexRide drivers provide curb-to-curb transportation services to members of the University community who are unable to use fixed-route transportation services due to a disability. Candidates may indicate their preferred program at the time of interview. Successful candidates will be notified of what program position they are being offered.

UVA Ride DRIVER POSITION

UVA Ride is a fare-free van shuttle service that provides rides for University of Virginia students and staff to areas in and around Grounds during overnight hours. Its primary function is to get students home quickly and safely after late-night study sessions, work shifts, or from just hanging out with friends. STANDARD SERVICE HOURS ARE 10:00PM TO 5:00AM, 7 nights per week during UVA academic sessions and 8:00PM TO 5:00AM during Recess service over the summer and winter breaks.

Responsibilities:

• Operate any/all vans and other fleet vehicles safely by applying established defensive driving principles.
• Follow standard UVA Transportation operating procedures and comply with Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Transportation regulations.
• Receive ride requests via a department-issued mobile device (tablet) and document passenger pick-ups and drop-offs.
• Ensure that all appropriate logs are kept and that any information affecting safe vehicle operation is reported.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

UVA FlexRide DRIVER POSITION

FlexRide drivers work within the Department of Parking and Transportation to provide curb-to-curb transportation services to members of the University community who are unable to use fixed-route transportation services due to a disability. They operate vans and other fleet vehicles on a rideshare service that operates in and around the UVA Grounds based on fixed-route proximity. Schedules for this position may include some early mornings and/or late nights as well as weekends, but the primary hours for shifts will center around the highest demand periods (Monday through Friday during University class times). STANDARD SERVICE HOURS ARE 7:00AM to 7:00PM, Mondays through Fridays. This position requires a strong focus on accessibility, dignity, professionalism, and customer service skills and carries some physical demands associated with assisting patrons into and out of vehicles along with stowing and deploying various mobility devices.

Responsibilities:

· Operate any/all vans and other fleet vehicles safely by applying established defensive driving principles.

· Safely transport passengers with disabilities and individualized mobility needs to assigned destinations in accordance with ADA requirements and departmental procedures.

· Follow standard UVA Transportation operating procedures and comply with Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Transportation regulations.

· Receive ride requests via a department-issued mobile device and document passenger pickups and drop-offs. Ability to use and interact with onboard technology such as tablets and software.

· Assist passengers courteously, respectfully, and empathetically with boarding and exiting the vehicle as necessary and secure/deploy passengers with mobility devices or other assistive equipment.

· Ensure that all appropriate logs are kept and that any information affecting safe vehicle operation is reported.

· In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

· High school diploma or equivalent or 2+ years working in a professional setting.

· At least 8 months of prior work experience. Experience gained during part-time work as a student may be considered.

· Valid Virginia Driver's License. Must have a -3 or above DMV point balance via a safe driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· The ability to follow and enforce specific instructions and the ability to communicate effectively with the public and over two-way radio is essential. Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak in the English language.

· General knowledge of computer usage; ability to type, use email, and interface with web-based systems for payroll and performance management is essential.

· The ability to drive any/all vans or support vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Safe operation of UVA Transportation vans and fleet vehicles requires sustained sitting, driving, pushing/pulling (steering wheel and various controls), repetitive motion, use of both hands, use of either hand, fine finger manipulation, and wrist movement. Safe operation also includes repetitive motion with right ankle/foot, possessing the strength and dexterity to fully depress the service brake and accelerator present on vehicles within the Parking and Transportation fleet.

Boarding/alighting UVA Transportation vehicles requires the ability to climb stairs (at least one step up/down). Successful operation of ADA Accessible equipment aboard the vehicles requires bending, lifting, and carrying. Ability to lift and maneuver mobility devices (up to 50 lbs). All these physical requirements should be considered essential to the position.

Work performed as part of servicing the equipment requires high amounts of standing, walking, and the potential for bending, lifting, and carrying.

Anticipated Hiring Rate: $19 hourly commensurate with education and experience. The positions are also eligible to earn a departmental shift differential. This is a non-exempt level, benefited position with the opportunity to earn overtime as time-and-a-half pay or leave. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Selected candidates will be required to be able to drive any/all vans and support vehicles in the fleet.

This position is considered essential and is subject to emergency and stand-by call.

Parking and Transportation has services that operate 24 hours per day/7 days a week. This requires that all employees have flexibility with scheduling.

To Apply:

Please apply HERE. Internal applicants Internal applicants: Search for R0087922 on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• Resume

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

THIS JOB POSTING IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

For questions about the application process, please contact Eric Allen, Academic Recruiter, via email at uth9qh@virginia.edu.

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.