GeoFORCE Trail Driver

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

12d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

GeoFORCE Trail Drivers are a vital member of a ten-person logistical and educational academy team. Trail Drivers assist the lead coordinator with trip logistics in the field, responsible for leading academy participants to safety in the case of an emergency, and are expected to follow the field charter bus with food and supplies. Candidates for the GeoFORCE Trail Driver position are subject to all UT policies as set forth by the University of Texas Youth Protection Program, UT Human Resources, and GeoFORCE Texas: Youth Protection Program Guidebook Zero-tolerance no alcohol policy throughout the field experience Child-safety training UT Camp Worker Guide A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable, original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Information from the documents will be submitted to the federal E-Verify system for verification. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in dismissal. Trail drivers drive the trail van behind the bus and are in charge of getting food and supplies, as well as transporting staff and students as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Texas driver’s license
• The ability to become a certified UT driver
• Five years of driving history and a clean driving record
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Drive trail vehicle throughout the duration of the field academy safely and responsibly with all extra educational materials, food, and supplies.
• Purchase an adequate supply of snacks/drinks/food on a daily basis and transport them to each field stop.
• Compile receipts for expenses and upload to UT Box on a daily basis.
• Provide emergency transportation for the staff and students on designated summer field academy.
• Other duties assigned by coordinator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees