Temporary Van Driver

Job Description

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Two‑Way radio.

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‑size 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…