Fleet Vehicle Specialist

Fort Valley State University; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Valley State University in Fort Valley, Georgia is seeking a Fleet Vehicle Specialist to assist with the operation of the Mobile Information Technology Center and the Mobile Health Unit. The role includes maintaining fleet vehicles, driving to various locations, and ensuring compliance with maintenance records. Candidates must have a High School Diploma, five years of driving experience, and a Commercial Driver License. This position requires flexible availability, including possible weekend work.

Qualifications

• Five years of over-the-road driving experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver License.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report for the past 5 years.
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation physical and hold current DOT Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operations of the Mobile Information Technology Center.
• Drive mobile units to various destinations.
• Maintain vehicle logs and reports.
• Oversee maintenance of the Cooperative Extension bus.

Skills

Customer oriented

Problem solving skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power and hand tools

Job description

Fort Valley State University (FVSU), a state and land‑grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Fleet Vehicle Specialist.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land‑grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365‑acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second‑largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

Candidate for this position will assist with the total operation of the Mobile Information Technology Center and the Mobile Health Unit. Additionally, this person will provide oversight of the Cooperative Extension Bus, Freezer, Truck, Dump Truck, and other vehicles as needed. The person provides maintenance service for extension fleet vehicles including keeping maintenance records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Upkeep of vehicle fleet (Tags, state compliance).
• Driving mobile units to various destinations in and out of state.
• Setup of the units; maintain security of equipment.
• Keeps fuel and maintenance logs.
• Vehicle request reports; maintenance contracts.
• Assists with the purchase of new vehicles to the fleet as necessary.
• Drives and maintains the Cooperative Extension bus (for Cooperative Extension business).
• Must be customer oriented.
• Problem solving skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma.
• Five years over the road driving.
• Commercial Driver License.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report 5 years.
• Passing of Department of Transportation physical and current DOT Card.
• Have the knowledge and use of power and hand tools to complete assigned tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Travel required – flexible availability for mobile unit.
• Evening/night/weekend work occasionally – Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM.
• Working outdoors on occasions as necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirement of the job relates to the unit. There may be a need to lift objects that are up to 50lbs. in weight.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.