Transportation Driver Pool

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina in Charlotte is looking for a part-time driver for the Transportation unit within the Parking and Transportation Services department. The role involves supporting ADA transports, performing vehicle safety inspections, and ensuring passenger safety.

Applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) and maintain a State Driver’s License. This position requires flexibility in working hours, including weekdays and occasional mandatory shifts.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License.
• Preferred to have a Commercial Driver License (CDL A or B with “P” Endorsement).
• Valid DOT Medical Card is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support transportation services; assist with scheduled and on-demand ADA transports.
• Perform vehicle safety inspections and report needed repairs.
• Transport passengers safely and in a timely manner.

Skills

Valid State Driver’s License

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Safety inspections

Passenger assistance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non‑permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as a variable hour worker) must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non‑permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as a variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions.

Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full‑time, offered the high deductible health insurance.
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) reported as full‑time & offered the high deductible health insurance.

Work Location

Parking and Transportation Services – 9643 Poplar Lane, Charlotte NC 28223

Work Schedule

Staff will be scheduled in accordance with employee availability and business needs. Temporary employees may be able to work a fixed, recurring schedule if available. Work shifts will primarily be as needed on weekdays with occasional, mandatory shifts outside of the traditional working hours, such as weekends, holidays, etc.

This position is designated as mandatory. The incumbent is expected to use sound judgment with respect to maintaining personal safety given their individual circumstances, and also to make a substantial and good‑faith effort to reach the work site in a timely manner when adverse weather or other conditions affect normal campus operations.

Employment Type

Permanent – Part‑time

Pay Rate

$18.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will serve as part of the Transportation unit within the Parking and Transportation Services (PaTS) department. This position will help support transportation services with scheduled and on‑demand ADA transports, chartered transportation requests, and special events that may require the use of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Perform vehicle safety inspections, document and report vehicle defects and needed repairs or maintenance, fuel and clean vehicles, assist passengers with luggage and equipment, transport passengers safely and timely as directed, complete and submit assignment paperwork, interact with technology programs associated with dispatch and service management, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director for Transportation or their designee.
• The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) and Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical card throughout their employment with the University.

Other Responsibilities

• Direct responsibility for the care, safety, and security of vulnerable populations.
• Direct responsibility for the secure handling of sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Direct responsibility for the daily or regular operation of State or University‑owned vehicles.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid State Driver’s License (Required)
• Commercial Driver License (CDL A or B with “P” Endorsement) (Preferred)
• Valid DOT Medical Card (Preferred)

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial Driver’s License.
• Valid State Driver’s License.