Part-Time Motor Vehicle Operator 2

Boise State University•Boise, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary non-benefit-eligible part-time position (under 19.5/hr-week) that operates and maintains motor vehicles over 8000 pounds gross vehicle weight to transport personnel and/or materials. The position is identified as a “Campus Security Authority (CSA)” per the federal law known as the Clery Act, requiring the employee to report any crimes they become aware of to the Clery Compliance Officer and complete annual training. The Department of Public Safety at Boise State University is responsible for university security, emergency management, transportation (shuttle buses and cycle learning center), parking, and integrated security technology. They are committed to supporting team members with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, meaningful work, and encouraging time for personal priorities like family, travel, or education.

Requirements

Good knowledge of Idaho traffic safety laws; safe driving practices; vehicle service and preventive maintenance requirements.
Experience operating commercial vehicles over 8000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
Experience detecting malfunctions in vehicle mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
Experience performing minor mechanical repair work.
Experience completing vehicle operation logs.
Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, and procedures to promote effective security operations.
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented.
Attention to detail.
Excellent cognitive capabilities.
Reflexes required to safely operate a commercial vehicle.
Ability to read and identify landmarks on mapping tools.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Clean driving record.
2 years of experience working in the customer service or hospitality field.

Responsibilities

Operates commercial-type vehicles; transports passengers or delivers products to designated sites; ensures products and/or passengers are delivered safely within limits of motor vehicle code; ensures vehicle contents are stable and within vehicle load limits; operates auxiliary equipment associated with vehicles such as hoists and loaders.
Services vehicle with fuel, oil, and coolant; performs preventive maintenance by checking items; maintains vehicle records; observes vehicle safety and warning indicators and makes needed corrections; schedules and coordinates vehicle maintenance and repair.
Moves and loads or unloads material for vehicle transport; pushes and maneuvers heavy objects using carts, dollies, or dumpsters weighing up to 250 pounds; determines the best route and economical schedule for passenger and/or merchandise transit; keeps records related to work accomplished or products used.
May oversee activities of part-time assistants or volunteers and instruct in daily operations.
Observe and correct safety and warning indicators.
Works with student drivers to ensure that all vehicles are washed and detailed.
Determine the best route and economical schedule for passenger and/or merchandise transit.
Keep records related to work accomplished or products used.
Acts as an on-call driver in the case that another driver calls out of their shift.
Assists in training new drivers. (must have in-depth knowledge of all current routes).
Perform other duties as needed.