Connect Ride Driver (Day & Evening Shift)

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick time accrual

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Flexible scheduling / telework options

Résumé du poste

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Department of Police and Public Safety in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Connect Ride Driver for Day & Evening shifts to transport passengers and deliver equipment and documents. The role requires operating various vehicles and maintaining records, with a focus on safety and customer service.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of driving experience, hold a valid Maryland CDL or Class C license, and can read and follow instructions.

Qualifications

• One year of driving experience.
• Valid Maryland non-commercial Class C or CDL license.
• Ability to read and write and follow instructions.

Responsabilités

• Operate transportation vehicles to transport passengers and deliver equipment.
• Load and unload equipment and documents.
• Maintain vehicle records and report incidents to the center.
• Coordinate with Communications Center for safety and emergencies.
• Ensure preventive maintenance tasks are performed on assigned vehicles.

Connaissances

Driving

Safety awareness

Reading and writing

CDL License

Outils

CDL License

Description du poste

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Department of Police and Public Safety has an exciting opportunity for a Connect Ride Driver, Day & Evening Shift (Driver).

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, operates transportation vehicles and loading equipment to transport passengers and deliver equipment, materials and/or documents.

Benefits: Non-Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that starts with 14 days of vacation accrued per year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

The ideal candidate will personally connect with the Administration and Finance Guiding Principles which closely mirror UMB’s core values: Respect and Integrity, Well-Being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Primary Duties

• Promote and support campus transportation services through proactive, customer-focused engagement, ensuring accessible transportation assistance and providing general campus information to the university community and campus visitors.
• Support registered and prospective passengers with transportation needs and inquiries.
• Maintain communication with the Communications Center and report vehicular accidents or traffic incidents, emergencies, and other safety concerns as needed.
• Transport passengers and delivers equipment, materials, and documents to various sites.
• Operate automobiles, buses, vans, and trucks.
• Load and unloads equipment and materials. Ensure safe delivery of shipment and passengers.
• Record fuel and oil consumption, mileage, hourly operation, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain records pertaining to vehicle operation such as scheduled trips, transported materials, and maintenance appointments for assigned vehicle(s).
• Ensure maintenance appointments are scheduled.
• Ensure operational readiness of equipment. Perform basic preventive maintenance such as changing oil and filters, applying lubricant, replacing belts, hoses, and wipers, and cleaning vehicle interior, and washing and waxing vehicles.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Education

N/A.

Experience

One (1) year as a driver.

Other

A Non-commercial Class C or Commercial Driver's License (CDL) valid in the State of Maryland with appropriate class and endorsement codes. If required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, employees will be subjected to drug and alcohol education and testing as required under Federal Highway Administration and the State of Maryland regulations.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Working knowledge of the care and operation of automotive transportation vehicles. Skill in driving in all kinds of weather and road conditions. Ability to read and write; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to assist passengers and lift heavy objects.

Conditions Of Employment

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class must maintain the required driver's license with no more than 5 points. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Hiring Range

$39,500.00 - $44,878.05 pre-probation, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail] Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job

Reg or CII Non-Exempt Staff

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Shift

Variable

Organization

Department of Public Safety

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2026

Unposting Date

Oct 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM