UTS OnDemand Driver (Student Wage)

Virginia; United States; On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's College at Wise is looking for UTS OnDemand drivers to provide transportation services for the University community. This role involves safely operating fleet vehicles on an overnight rideshare service with a requirement to work weekday and weekend nights.

Qualified candidates must be current UVA students, hold a valid Virginia Driver's License, and pass a drug screen. Responsibilities include ensuring the safe operation of vehicles, documenting rides, and adhering to established procedures.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate UVA student.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License with a point balance of -3 or above.

Responsibilities

• Operate vans and fleet vehicles safely using defensive driving principles.
• Document passenger pickups and drop-offs using a mobile device.
• Ensure logs are kept and report any vehicle operation issues.

Education

Current undergraduate UVA student

Job description

Position Overview

UTS OnDemand drivers work within the Department of Parking and Transportation to provide overnight transportation service to the University community. They operate vans and other fleet vehicles on an overnight rideshare service that operates between fixed pickup and drop‑off points. The schedule for this position will involve working weekday and weekend nights into early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Operate vans and other fleet vehicles safely by applying established defensive driving principles.
• Follow standard University Transit Service operating procedures and comply with Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Transportation regulations.
• Receive rides via a department‑issued mobile device and document passenger pickups and drop‑offs.
• Ensure that all appropriate logs are kept and that any information affecting safe vehicle operation is reported.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Current undergraduate UVA student.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure: Valid Virginia Driver’s License with a point balance of -3 or above via a good driving record.
• Must pass a drug screen and DMV check.
• Attach a current resume.

Physical Demands

Safe operation of UTS vans and fleet vehicles requires sustained sitting, driving, pushing/pulling, repetitive motion, use of both hands, use of either hand, fine finger manipulation, and wrist movement. Safe operation also includes repetitive motion with right ankle/foot, possessing the strength and dexterity to fully depress the service brake and accelerator present on vehicles within the Parking and Transportation fleet. Boarding/alighting vans and fleet vehicles requires the ability to climb stairs (at least one step up/down). Successful operation of ADA Accessible equipment aboard the vehicles requires bending, lifting, and carrying. All of these physical requirements should be considered essential to the position. Work performed during special events and as part of servicing the equipment requires standing, traveling, and the potential for bending, lifting, and carrying.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.