Part-Time Fleet Driver

Texas A&M University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture is seeking a Part-Time Fleet Driver in Dallas to support the Fleet team with the safe, reliable, and timely movement of vehicles, research materials, supplies, and equipment. You will transport items, maintain delivery records, inspect vehicles, and assist with loading, unloading, and basic upkeep of RVs.

The role reports to the Fleet Manager and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• License: Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to operate several types of vehicles including RVs and maneuver safely in traffic.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operates organization vehicles safely and responsibly while following regulations.
• Picks up and delivers research materials, supplies, equipment, and documents on schedule.
• Maintains accurate delivery and pickup records.
• Inspects vehicles and reports maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Handles laboratory materials carefully and transports sensitive items.
• Communicates professionally with laboratory staff, vendors, and personnel.
• Assists with loading, unloading, and organizing items as needed.
• Keeps vehicles washed and clean.
• Performs basic upkeep of RVs and related tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job TitlePart-Time Fleet Driver Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management Proposed Minimum Salary$22.00 hourly Job LocationDallas, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Texas A&M AgriLife Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, IHA, is the world’s first academic institute to bring together precision nutrition, responsive agriculture, and social and behavioral research to reduce diet-related chronic disease and lower health care costs in a way that supports producers and the environment. The Part-Time Fleet Driver, under direction, supports the Fleet team with the safe, reliable, and timely movement and care of vehicles, research materials, supplies, and equipment. This position assists with the transportation and operational readiness of IHA’s vehicle fleet, which includes cars, SUVs, and 25ft RVs and 40ft RVs, which function as mobile clinics. This position reports to the Fleet Manager.

Essential Duties/Tasks

• Operates organization vehicles safely and responsibly while following all applicable traffic and safety regulations.


• Picks up and delivers research materials, supplies, equipment, and documents according to established schedules, including Fridays and Saturdays.


• Maintains accurate delivery and pickup records.


• Inspects vehicles and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.


• Handles laboratory materials carefully and follows applicable procedures for transporting sensitive or temperature-controlled items.


• Communicates professionally with laboratory staff, vendors, and other personnel.


• Maintains confidentiality and follows all laboratory and organizational policies.


• Assists with loading, unloading, and organizing items as needed.


• Keeps vehicles washed and clean.


• Performs basic upkeep of the RVs including emptying the trash, sweeping/mopping the floor, and dusting/disinfecting surfaces, etc.


• General handy person duties as assigned.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Education and Experience: High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.


• Required Licenses and Certifications: Valid Driver’s License.


• Required Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate the ability to operate several types of vehicles, including RVs, and maneuver safely through congested traffic conditions, adverse weather and road conditions.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.


• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of RVs and trailers and similar large mobile vehicles.


• Knowledge of maintenance of RV, cars, and SUVs.

Physical Requirements

• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.


• Ability to drive up to 8 hours a day.


• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, lift, etc.


• Ability to lift/move heavy objects and materials up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to exert light force.


• Ability to use a ladder.


• Ability to perform manual tasks effectively in adverse environmental conditions.


• Requires dexterity to operate hand and power tools.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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