Motor Vehicle Operator II

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Parking & Transportation is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator II to transport personnel or materials under general supervision. You will move departmental vehicles to maintenance facilities, dealerships, campus locations, and other designated sites, ensuring timely service and accurate communication of vehicle status.

This on-campus, full-time role requires a valid driver’s license, experience driving trucks, and the ability to meet UI Driving Policy.

Qualifications

• One year of experience driving trucks.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet and maintain UI Driving Policy.
• CDL with air brake & passenger endorsements or ability to attain within 120 days of employment along with the ability to meet and maintain UI Driving Policy standards.

Responsibilities

• Transport vanpool vehicles to and from Fleet Services maintenance facilities and other approved service locations.
• Complete timely return of serviced vanpool vehicles to designated parking lots so they are available for participant use.
• Communicate vehicle status, transportation progress, delays and other relevant information to the Commuter Programs Coordinator.
• Assist with providing rides to and from campus locations for customers who leave vehicles at Fleet Services for maintenance.
• Services vehicles, both interior and exterior, including cleaning and washing with power equipment, refueling and other minor items of vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Truck driving experience

Valid driver's license

Job description

The University of Iowa Parking & Transportation department is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator II. Under general supervision, operates motor vehicles to transport personnel or materials.Uses judgement in the proper handling of cargo and determining priorities of assignments.

This position is responsible for transporting departmental vehicles to and from maintenance facilities, dealerships, outsourced repair shops, campus locations, and other designated locations as needed. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Duties to Include

• Transport vanpool vehicles to and from Fleet Services maintenance facilities and other approved service locations.
• Complete timely return of serviced vanpool vehicles to designated parking lots so they are available for participant use.
• Communicate vehicle status, transportation progress, delays and other relevant information to the Commuter Programs Coordinator.
• Assist with providing rides to and from campus locations for customers who leave vehicles at Fleet Services for maintenance.
• Services vehicles, both interior and exterior, including cleaning and washing with pwer equipment, refueling and other minor items of vehicle maintenance.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Campus

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• One year of experience driving trucks.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet and maintain UI Driving Policy.

Special Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license is required, as well as an ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy.
• CDL with air brake & passenger endorsements or ability to attain within 120 days of employment along with the ability to meet and maintain UI Driving Policy standards.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working under tight deadlines and prioritizing tasks
• Experience working independently
• Familiarity with UI Campus

Position and Application Details

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum 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 5 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].

This position is performed fully on campus.

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

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 .