Van Operator (Partial Year)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Van Operator for a partial year position (August - May). This 40-hour-per-week employee role involves transporting passengers with disabilities in an accessible van across campus routes, assisting passengers getting in and out, and performing vehicle inspections and required paperwork.

You may be trained to support front office tasks with TransLoc scheduling, drive between Athens and Atlanta, participate in occasional charters, and complete safety

Qualifications

• Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of ADA vans according to predetermined schedule and filling out associated paperwork (75%).
• Work in front office scheduling ADA pickups (10%).
• Safe operation of vehicles on occasional charters or special assignments (5%).
• Safe operation of library van operating between Athens and Atlanta (5%).
• Occasional non-driving duties such as bus washing, attending safety meetings (5%).

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

• Title: Van Operator (Partial Year)
• Employment Type: Employee
• Contract: Full Time
• Hours: 40 Hours Per Week; hours may vary to include evenings and weekends.
• Location: Athens Area
• Salary: $17.896635 / hr
• Benefits Eligible
• Posting Date: 08/20/2026
• Proposed Starting Date: 08/31/2026

Minimum Qualifications

Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary

This is a benefits eligible, partial year position (August - May). Each selected candidate will sign a partial year agreement. Employees returning to work from designated partial-year leave periods are continued in the same position with no break in service and no change in the original hire date.

Transport passengers with registered disabilities in an accessible van to and from various campus locations in accordance with applicable laws and department procedures. Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle as necessary. Inspect vehicle before, during, and after shift to ensure vehicle is in proper operating condition. Complete necessary paperwork, including timesheets and vehicle condition reports. Operates other vehicle equipment such as electronic AVL equipment and wheelchair ramps. Be trained to occasionally fill in in the front office answering phones and scheduling ADA pickups and drop-offs using TransLoc software. Be trained to occasionally drive library van route service between Athens and Atlanta. Occasional charters and special assignments. Drug and alcohol testing by the US Department of Transportation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Communication skills and work with people of various backgrounds, physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities, and skill levels. Work with computers and learn to operate company software.

Physical Demands

Sit for long periods of time. lift up to 50 pounds. walk up to mile each way. Work in adverse climates when loading and transporting. Driving.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Safe operation of ADA vans according to predetermined schedule and filling out associated paperwork (75%)
• Work in front office scheduling ADA pickups (10%)
• Safe operation of vehicles on occasional charters or special assignments (5%)
• Safe operation of library van operating between Athens and Atlanta (5%)
• Occasional non-driving duties such as bus washing, attending safety meetings (5%)

Additional Information

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? No

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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

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