Mount Holyoke College

PTOC Lyons Lift Driver

Closes: Oct 20, 2026

Salary: $20 per hour

Job no:

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Position Title:

PTOC 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:

$19.50

Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

08/24/2026

Job Description:

Part Time On-Call Driver for Lyons Lift, Mount Holyoke's on-campus accessible ride program

The Lyons Lift program at Mount Holyoke College is looking for a part time on-call employee to join our team at Public Safety and Services . Lyons Lift Drivers operate our wheelchair accessible van to 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. In this role, you would be asked to work coverage shifts as needed and for special events.

Ensure the safe transportation of individuals on route
Assist individuals entering and exiting the vehicle as needed
Provide curb-to-curb service in a professional, safe, and courteous manner
Conduct and document vehicle safety checks before each 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

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)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Call volume can be very high before and after classes, as well as during bad weather
Ability to assist individuals in and out of vehicles
Excellent interpersonal skills, pleasant and friendly demeanor
Ability to communicate effectively with riders and supervisors
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Must be available to attend all meetings and training sessions
Satisfactory criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen may be required
All drivers and riders must wear seat belts. No cell phone usage or any other distractions while driving
Safety check of the vehicle before and after each shift.
Ability to safely refuel the vehicle at MHC pump

Full Job Description

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.

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