Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Laundry Services is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator II to perform pickup and delivery on campus, operating trucks and related duties on a fixed route schedule.

Responsibilities include loading textiles, operating scales, and ensuring safety and maintenance of equipment; the role requires a valid CDL Class B license and at least one year of truck driving experience.

Qualifications

• One year of truck driving experience.
• Valid Class B CDL license.
• Ability to meet University Driving Policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks with air brakes and routes as scheduled.
• Pickup and deliver products according to set route schedule.
• Load/unload textile containers and operate scales.
• Assist with loading carts and securing loads for transport.
• Report any mechanical issues and maintain cleanliness of trucks.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Weight scales operation

Radio / communication devices

Warehouse experience

Load securing

Education

CDL Class B

Tools

Weight scales

Moving equipment (hand cart / dolly)

Radio communication devices

Job description

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.

Schedule

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

Department

UI Laundry Services

Location

Oakdale Campus, Coralville

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.

For additional questions, please contact Andy Brus at [phone] or [e-mail]

About The University Of Iowa

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

Compensation

• Pay Level: 6

Contact Information

• Organization: Finance & Operations (General)
• Contact Name: Andy Brus
• Contact Email: [e-mail]