Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Laundry Services is seeking a highly motivated person to work as a Motor Vehicle Operator II on campus. The role involves pick-up and delivery of items to customers around the university, operating trucks and associated equipment with a focus on safety and reliability.

Duties include scheduled route deliveries, load handling, and routine maintenance checks. The position advertises full-time, on-campus work with benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a

Qualifications

• One year experience driving trucks.
• CDL Class B driver’s license required and must meet University Driving Policy.
• Two years’ experience driving a truck with 33,000 GVW is preferred.
• Experience operating moving equipment such as two-wheel hand cart or multi-wheel dolly.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks w/air brakes & all vehicles associated with the Laundry Service.
• Drive scheduled service routes and inspect fluids and tires daily.
• Report any vehicle fluid or mechanical problems to management.
• Load and unload textile containers and weights on scales as required.
• Transport employees to work-related appointments and deliver/pickup items on campus.

Skills

Truck driving

Team communication

Basic computer

Education

CDL Class B

Tools

Weight scales

Radio

Moving equipment

Job description

Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II

The University of Iowa Laundry Services is seeking a highly motivated person to work as a Motor Vehicle Operator II. The Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II will be responsible for pick-up and delivery of items from Laundry Services to customers at the University of Iowa .The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, which may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits.

This position is performed fully on campus.

Duties to include:

• Operate trucks w/air brakes & all vehicles associated with the Laundry Service.
• Must be able to drive any of the scheduled service routes. Check truck fluid levels & inspect tires daily.
• Report all fluid level or mechanical problems to management.
• Clean and sweep truck bed and cab daily.
• Pickup & deliver products according to set route schedule.
• Load clean linen carts on trucks for delivery.
• Move and deliver products according to set route schedule.
• Unload all contents in the cargo box of any or all vehicles.
• Load/unload textile containers on to scales, operate scale controller to record all weight factors.
• Transport employees to work related appointments.
• Move objects more than 50 pounds.

ScheduleMonday through Friday,5:30 AM to 2:00 PM; overtime as required

DepartmentUILaundry Services

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• One year experience driving trucks.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL driver’s license. Must have ability to meet and maintain University Driving Policy standards.

Special Qualifications:

• A valid CDL driver’s license is required, as well as an ability to meet University of Iowa Driving Policy.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Basic computer experience.
• Good communication skills and experience working on a team.
• Experience securing loads of cargo.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Experience using weight scales and communication devices, such as a radio.
• Two years’ experience driving a truck with 33,000 GVW.
• Experience operating moving equipment such as two-wheel hand cart or multi-wheel dolly.

Position and Application Details:

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and driver’s license verification. Up to 3 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify .

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Motor Vehicle Operator II
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Contact Information

• Organization: Finance & Operations (General)
• Contact Name: Andy Brus

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .