Driver

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Driver for Campus Facilities Operations. You will operate small to medium vehicles and perform routine duties to support education, research, and service excellence across campus facilities. Shift is 4:00 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Responsibilities include delivering materials, transporting and disposing of waste, maintaining dumpsters, collecting pallets, and assisting with sorting recycling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read and write.
• One year experience in driving appropriate size vehicle.
• Knowledge of state and local laws governing the operation of motor vehicles.
• Ability on a daily basis to lift moderately heavy objects (25-50 lbs.).
• A valid state driver’s license is required.
• Drivers, who operate buses or large trucks, are required to have a valid “Class E” Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, transport, pick up and dispose of materials. Carry, load and unload materials as required. May be required to operate mechanical or hydraulic vehicle attachments to accomplish assignments. May occasionally be required to operate larger vehicles such as buses or large trucks. Perform routine driver maintenance including observation and reporting of vehicle defects.
• May be required to assist in cleaning work area upon completion of a job.
• Help maintain dumpster areas.
• Gather pallets around campus.
• Pull trash in approximately 200 trash cans.
• Check balers and pull full bails.
• Help sort paper and cardboard and make bales.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Vehicle operation

State/local driving laws

License qualifications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

At the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operations is dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment that fosters education, research, and service excellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructure through services including Engineering, Custodial Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability, and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the university community and help shape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Hiring Department

Facility Operations.

Job Description

At the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operations is dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment that fosters education, research, and service excellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructure through services including Engineering, Custodial Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability, and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the university community and help shape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Nature And Level Of Work

Operate Small to medium size motor vehicles and performance of routine duties which may require manual labor. Work is reviewed by observation for efficiency, safety and overall results. Functional contacts include co-workers, other service department employees and other university staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver, transport, pick up and dispose of materials. Carry, load and unload materials as required. May be required to operate mechanical or hydraulic vehicle attachments to accomplish assignments. May occasionally be required to operate larger vehicles such as buses or large trucks. Perform routine driver maintenance including observation and reporting of vehicle defects.
• May be required to assist in cleaning work area upon completion of a job.
• Help maintain dumpster areas.
• Gather pallets around campus.
• Pull trash in approximately 200 trash cans.
• Check balers and pull full bails.
• Help sort paper and cardboard and make bales.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

4:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and write.
• One year experience in driving appropriate size vehicle.
• Skill in the safe and efficient operation of appropriate size vehicle.
• Knowledge of state and local laws governing the operation of motor vehicles.
• Ability on a daily basis to lift moderately heavy objects (25-50 lbs.)
• A valid state driver’s license is required.
• Drivers, who operate buses or large trucks, are required to have a valid “Class E” Commercial Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

A valid driver’s license which will allow the legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.50 hourly

Grade: GGS-C

University Title: Driver

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The internal union bid period for this position ended on 9/3. All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:

• complete ALL sections of the application

• complete six months of regular service at the University
• apply within the published, five-day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 8/28/2026 – 9/3/2026

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.