Driver

City of Kansas City•Kansas City, MO

27d

About The Position

The position is a backup for the primary driver of the university van on trips between the campuses in Kansas City and Joplin. The position will also drive other university vehicles depending on the need. When not driving the person will help care for university vehicles and assist campus operation with other duties to include, backup to the KC Mailroom, package/mail delivery, room setups and campus furniture moves. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Drive the university van to local and out of town meetings and events Ability to flex their schedule to accommodate varying schedules Occasional overnight travel The candidate must pass a driver history check by our insurance carrier and be insurable by same carrier In addition to duties as a driver the position also has the following duties and responsibilities: Ensures the campus presents a favorable impression Prepares grounds for assigned activities Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed. Keeps the ground clear of debris Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor. Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning Helps with office and department moves Assists with special events Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned Represent department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization

Requirements

Valid Driver’s license
Class E License preferred
Neat and professional appearance
Excellent Driving Record
High School Diploma
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
The candidate must pass a driver history check by our insurance carrier and be insurable by same carrier

Responsibilities

Drive the university van to local and out of town meetings and events
Ability to flex their schedule to accommodate varying schedules
Occasional overnight travel
Ensures the campus presents a favorable impression
Prepares grounds for assigned activities
Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed.
Keeps the ground clear of debris
Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather
Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor.
Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning
Helps with office and department moves
Assists with special events
Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned
Represent department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations
Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization