Van Operator; Partial

Posting Details

Posting Number S11211P

Working Title
:
Van Operator (Partial Year)

Department
:
Auxiliary Transit Opera

About the University of Georgia:
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The University of Georgia (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff.

Enrollment exceeds 41,000 students (over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate/professional students). Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including the newly formed School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department website
: tps.uga.edu

Posting Type
:
External

Retirement Plan
: TRS

Employment Type
:
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
:
Benefits Eligible

Work Schedule
: 40 Hours Per Week;
Hours and Schedule may vary to include evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary
: 17.896633 / hr

Posting Date
: 06/26/2025

Open until filled
:
Yes

Location of Vacancy
:
Athens Area

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, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement
:
Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at USG policy 8.2.18.1.2 and online at https://_conduct

Additional USG Policies
:
Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom are available online at https://.

Classification Title
:
Service/Maintenance Worker

FLSA
:
Non-Exempt

FTE
: 1.00

Minimum 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.

Preferred 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.

Responsibilities
:

• 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 the vehicle is in proper operating condition. Complete necessary paperwork, including timesheets and vehicle condition reports.
• Operate 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 Trans Loc 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 ability to work with people of various backgrounds, including individuals with physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities; ability to work with computers and learn company software.

Physical Demands
:
Sit for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds; walk up to 1/4 mile; work in adverse climates; driving required.

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 18 or…