"Van Operator (Partial Year)"

Job Details

Posting Number: S11211P

Working Title: Van Operator (Partial Year)

Department: Auxiliary Transit Opera

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department website: tps.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 40 Hours Per Week. Hours and Schedule may vary to include evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary: $17.896633 / hr

Posting Date: 06/26/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 07/29/2025

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Classification Title: Service/Maintenance Worker

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

Position Summary: This is a benefits eligible, partial year position (August – May). Transport passengers with registered disabilities in an accessible van to and from various campus locations in accordance with applicable laws and department procedures. Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle as necessary. Inspect vehicle before, during, and after shift to ensure vehicle is in proper operating condition. Complete necessary paperwork, including timesheets and vehicle condition reports. Operates other vehicle equipment such as electronic AVL equipment and wheelchair ramps. Be trained to occasionally fill in in the front office answering phones and scheduling ADA pickups and drop-offs using TransLoc software. Be trained to occasionally drive library van route service between Athens and Atlanta. Occasional charters and special assignments. Drug and alcohol testing by the US Department of Transportation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Communication skills and work with people of various backgrounds, physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities, and skill levels. Work with computers and learn to operate company software.

Physical Demands: Sit for long periods of time. Lift up to 50 pounds. Walk up to ¼ mile each way. Work in adverse climates when loading and transporting. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access: No

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Safe operation of ADA vans according to predetermined schedule and filling out associated paperwork (75% of time)
• Work in front office scheduling ADA pickups (10% of time)
• Safe operation of vehicles on occasional charters or special assignments (5% of time)
• Safe operation of library van operating between Athens and Atlanta (5% of time)
• Occasional non-driving duties such as bus washing, attending safety meetings (5% of time)

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Suzanne Ruggiers, Recruitment Contact Email: suzanne.ruggiers@uga.edu