Temporary Van Driver

Parking and Transportation Services at Syracuse University is actively seeking a Van Driver to fill a part-time position. Shifts vary and may include daytime, evening, overnight and weekend requirements.

The University seeks safe, friendly van drivers to help transport students and staff members throughout the Syracuse University campus and off campus locations.

Education and Experience

• An active Class D license with a safe driving record is required.
• One plus years of passenger driving experience is preferred.
• Must pass a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background check, which includes a driver's record and a criminal records check.
• Pre-employment and continued random drug screening will be required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Be able to utilize two-way radio communications.
• Basic computer skills preferred such as email and Excel.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background check, which. includes employment history, and a criminal record check.
• Pre-employment and continued random drug screening will be required.
• Ability to work various events during evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must complete any recertification requirements in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a shuttle van to transport passengers around campus and throughout the City of Syracuse in a safe and courteous manner.
• Operate vehicle while adhering to university policies and procedures.
• Conduct vehicle inspections as required by department policy and DOT regulations.
• Operate vehicle communication systems within guidelines of university policies.
• Clean and fuel van as part of daily duties, and as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain scheduled route to established time and mileage. Immediately notify manager or supervisor of changes/delays.
• Record and report incidents/problems through appropriate procedures established by the department, including accidents and mechanical concerns.
• Report all accidents immediately to the supervisor on duty.
• Provide information to students, faculty, and staff members regarding the shuttle service program.
• Attend all required University, federal and state regulatory in-service training and meetings.

Physical Requirements

• 20/20 or better vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Able to read and follow maps/directions.
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to climb in and out of shuttle and safely operate/park vehicle.
• Able to assist physically challenged riders on and off vans.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Tools/Equipment

• Two-Way radio.

Application Instructions

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private research university, with over 14,000 full-time undergraduate and over 4,000 full¬time graduate students representing the 50 states and 124 foreign countries. Founded in 1870, it is home to 11 schools and colleges offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Human Services and Health Professions, Information Studies, Law, Management, Citizenship and Public Affairs, Public Communications, and Visual and Performing Arts. Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000 and offers many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, a symphony orchestra, professional regional theater, and numerous malls and movie theaters. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites and wineries along the Finger Lakes to biking trails along the Erie Canal. According to the latest edition of the Places Rated Almanac, Syracuse ranks in the top 10% of Best Places to Live.

EEOC

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Syracuse University has a long history of veteran support through education, transition, and hiring. Syracuse University was ranked #1 in New York State and 17th in the nation at the end of 1947 in veteran enrollment as a result of participating in the Serviceman's Readjustment Act of 1944 - the original GI Bill. Today, SU is strongly committed to the Yellow Ribbon Program which is a provision of the Post 9/11 GI Bill to assist in tuition educational benefits and other support. In addition, SU provides a career path for veterans to become Syracuse University employees.