Job no:
R-[contact details available in the full listing]
Position Title:
Lyons Lift Driver
Faculty or Staff:
Staff
Full Time or Part Time:
Part time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:
$21.87
Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date:
09/28/2026
Job Description:
Lyons Lift drivers support individuals with permanent or temporary
mobility limitations with rides on campus, ensuring them safe and
friendly access to classes, dining, and other campus locations, as
well as the Village Commons. Driver shifts start at 7:45am through
the early afternoon Mondays through Thursdays throughout the
semester. Shifts are primarily spent in the van providing rides
based on the schedule for that day as well as fielding calls to
schedule additional rides as-needed. Primary responsibilities
include safe operation of vehicles on shift, effective management
of ride scheduling, knowledge of campus pickup locations, comfort
working with people with disabilities, and maintaining a helpful,
kind, and safety-forward attitude while engaging with student
riders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safe transportation of individuals on route
- Assist individuals entering and exiting the vehicle as
needed
- Possess knowledge of relevant ADA guidelines and familiarity
with ramp deployment and wheelchair securement technology
Provide curb-to-curb service in a professional, safe, and
courteous manner
Conduct and document vehicle safety checks before each
shift
Maintain punctuality for rides on shift
Manage scheduling with passengers during shifts
Report and record all incidents to Public Safety Dispatch and
document for the Lyons Lift Supervisor
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Keep vehicle clean and free of trash
Record daily ridership records
Communicate with the direct supervisor any issues or
concerns
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- You must be a fleet-certified driver or able to become
certified
- Valid driver’s license (any state) and satisfactory driving
record (no violations within the last year)
- Satisfactory criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen
may be required
- Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable
environment for all members of the MHC community
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Call volume can be
very high before and after classes, as well as during bad
weather
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, pleasant and friendly
demeanor
- Demonstrates ability to work independently
- Experience working with people with disabilities and people
with mobility limitations.
- Demonstrates skill in understanding cultural differences
- Strengthens Mount Holyoke College’s climate for inclusion and
acceptance
- Embraces and actively promotes an includes and equitable work
environment
Hiring Range: $21.87 - $24.05
Full Job Description
What We Offer:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 9% of salary)
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Disability and Leave Benefits
- Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Access to Kendall Sports & Dance Complex
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure
environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all
of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to
successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition
of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background
checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office
of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that
background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver
Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and
Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office
responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in
this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
- A cover letter summarizing interests and
qualifications
- A complete resume or curriculum vitae
- For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching,
and research will also be required.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie
detector test as a condition of employment or continued
employment.