Part-Time Student IU Ride Driver Navigator, Fleet Services

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington's Fleet Services is seeking a part-time IU Ride driver to support late-night student transportation. You will respond to ride requests, navigate campus routes, and help ensure safe, reliable service for IU-B students.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys giving back to the campus community. Pay is $13.00 per hour, shifts include 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM and later, up to 29 hours weekly, based at 3000 East Discovery Parkway, Bloomington, IN.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as IU student.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be 18+ to navigate and 20+ to drive.

Responsibilities

• Respond to ride requests and drive students to desired location.
• Instruct directions verbally to the driver.
• Monitor the IU RIDE application and respond in a timely manner to requests.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

IU student

Tools

IU Ride app

Job description

FLEET SERVICES (BA-MOTR-IUBLA)

Fleet Services is the full-service, fleet management organization at Indiana University (IU). We provide vehicle and equipment rentals, leases, maintenance, fueling, and manage micro-transit van services for IU Bloomington (IU-B), and fleet program assistance for the IU regional campuses. Our team provides safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable transportation solutions for our customers to support the mission of Indiana University.

IU Ride is a late-night rideshare service for students provided by Indiana University's Motor Pool, which provides all vehicles and materials we use. The service is a vital part of the Indiana-Bloomington community, providing a free, safe, and reliable transportation option for IU-B students. It has been serving students and faculty in various capacities since 1981 when IU Ride was originally established as Women's Wheels to meet the safety needs of women on campus.

Driving, navigating, managing schedules- IU students make it all happen. This position is ideal for someone who likes staying up late and wants to protect the safety of the IU community. The pay is competitive, and the scheduling is flexible. And we get to do something that makes a difference for others, which is the best benefit.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Respond to ride requests and drive students to desired location.
• Be able to instruct directions verbally to the driver.
• Able to monitor the IU RIDE application and respond in the timely manner to requests.

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

Other

• 18 years old to navigate.
• 20 years old to drive.

Skills

Required

• Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Friendly and service-oriented.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals of varying backgrounds, cultures, identities, abilities, and perspectives.

This position requires a motor vehicle to safely operate for extended periods, frequently enter and exit vehicles, and walk between pickup and drop-off locations. Requires the ability to use computers, mobile devices, and communication equipment; communicate effectively in person and by phone; and remain alert while monitoring ride requests and navigating campus routes. The person in this role must be able to move items up to 20 pounds and work outdoors. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without accommodation.

3000 East Discovery Parkway

Bloomington, Indiana

$13.00 per hour

Shifts will be scheduled Monday - Sunday

• 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
• 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
• 11:00 PM - 1:45 AM

All shifts are worked with peers.

This position is capped at 29 hours per week.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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