FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Mobile STEM Lab Driver.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Mobile STEM Lab Driver will be responsible for and assisting the Mobile STEM Lab Manager as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive the Mobile STEM Lab and the Mobile Precision Agriculture Lab (towed by truck) to demonstration/education sites.
• Park the Lab in a secure site and install the awning when needed.
• Assist the Mobile Lab Manager in setting up the equipment, connecting the generator(s), moving equipment within the Mobile Lab as needed, and other required tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Class A driver's license and successful driving history check.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to maintain flexibility and openness to changing work priorities and conditions; simultaneously managing multiple tasks/projects.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible hours.
• Must be able to work well with people, general public, vendors, community organizations, and staff.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.