Driver

Kansas City University; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking a dependable individual for the backup driver position. This role involves driving university vehicles between campuses, maintaining those vehicles, and assisting with various campus operations and events.

The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver’s license, a neat appearance, and strong communication skills, alongside a commitment to ensuring safety and quality in services provided. Join KCU in fostering an equal opportunity workplace.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license is required.
• Class E License preferred.
• Neat and professional appearance required.

Responsibilities

• Drive the university van to local and out-of-town meetings and events.
• Help maintain university vehicles.
• Assist with office and department moves.

Skills

Valid Driver’s license

Excellent Driving Record

Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Type: Staff

Job Description

The position is a backup for the primary driver of the university van on trips between the campuses in Kansas City and Joplin. The position will also drive other university vehicles depending on the need. When not driving the person will help care for university vehicles and assist campus operation with other duties to include backup to the KC Mailroom, package/mail delivery, room setups and campus furniture moves.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive the university van to local and out of town meetings and events
• Ability to flex their schedule to accommodate varying schedules
• Occasional overnight travel
• The candidate must pass a driver history check by our insurance carrier and be insurable by same carrier

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures the campus presents a favorable impression
• Prepares grounds for assigned activities
• Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed.
• Keeps the ground clear of debris
• Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather
• Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor.
• Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning
• Helps with office and department moves
• Assists with special events
• Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned
• Represent department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license
• Class E License preferred
• Neat and professional appearance
• Excellent Driving Record
• High School Diploma
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.