Van Operator

Posting Details

• Posting Number
  : S11256P
• Working Title
  :
  Van Operator
• Department
  :
  Auxiliary Transit Opera
• About the University of Georgia
  :
  Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located 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. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
• About the College/Unit/Department
  :
• College/Unit/Department website
  : tps.uga.edu
• Posting Type
  :
  External
• Retirement Plan
  : TRS
• Employment Type
  :
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility
  :
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part time
  :
  Full Time
• Work Schedule
  :
• Additional Schedule Information
  : 40 Hours Per Week;
  Hours and Schedule may vary to include evenings and weekends.
• Advertised Salary
  : $17.896635 / hr
• Posting Date
  : 04/23/2026
• Open until filled
  :
  Yes
• Closing Date
  :
• Proposed Starting Date
  : 05/01/2026
• Special Instructions to Applicants
  :
• 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 the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).
• USG Core Values Statement
  :
  The University System of Georgia is comprised of 25 institutions of higher education and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details are available in USG Board Policy  Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

• 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
  :
  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 at 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. Incumbents will submit to pre-hire and random drug and alcohol testing by the US Department of Transportation.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  :
  Communication skills and the ability to work with people of various backgrounds, physical, emotional, 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 1/4 mile each way;
  Work in adverse climates when loading and transporting;
  Driving to perform job related duties.
• 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
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