Department Purpose

UC Davis Fleet Services manages a fleet of vehicles for the UC Davis Campus in Northern California that are assigned and travel throughout the nation.

There are approximately 870 fleet-owned vehicles with an acquisition value of over $20 million and another 600 department-owned vehicles, carts, and trailers maintained by Fleet Services.

These vehicles are available to support teaching, research, administrative programs and all campus support programs.

Job Summary

Under direction of Supervisor, provide driving for the Davis / Berkeley Shuttle and any other trips as appropriate for UC Davis.

Trips will be bid or assigned to the employee and will receive general guidelines for maintenance of equipment. Provide great customer service, safe and clean equipment, and promote Fleet Services in a positive manner.

Position Information

Apply by Date

6 / 19 / 2024

Salary Range

$26.93 / hr. - $35.51 / hr.

Appointment Type

STE / Limited

Number of Positions

Percentage of Time

49% Variable

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis

Union Representation

Yes SX

Benefits Eligible

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Body mobility to stoop, bend, lift and reach to perform loading and unloading duties.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employment contingent upon successful completion of the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing program.

Employee will be placed on the random testing pool list for drug and alcohol testing. This position is subject to completion of a Pre-Placement Medical Exam provided by Employee Health Services, at no charge to the applicant.

Must possess a valid State of California class A or B with passenger endorsement driver's license with no air brake restriction.

Position will participate in DMV Pull Notice Program. Employee is personally responsible for following safety guidelines / procedures.

Work hours to be arranged which will be determined by customer and department needs and shift available. Restricted vacation during peak demands.

Travel to and attend meetings, trainings, or conferences that may be several days and requiring overnight stays.

• Work alternate work schedule and overtime to meet deadlines and operational needs with little to no notice.
• Prior approval from supervisor of vacation with minimum notice of time equivalent to amount of time requested.
• Proper use of sick leave.
• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum License / Certification :

Current Class B driver's license is required with passenger endorsement and up to date medical examiner's certificate (Class A is acceptable but is not required).

Minimum Education / Experience :

Experience driving buses with air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and recognizing safety and mechanical problems.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Skill to interpret and understand policy and procedures relating to the University and driving and safety laws.
• Skill to use Microsoft Outlook, on-line Time Reporting systems, and complete forms and logs both online and written.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively and diplomatically with people from diverse ethnic, economic and cultural backgrounds, including students, staff, faculty, and the general public.
• Customer Service skills to provide polite and friendly service Mathematical skills to add and subtract.
• Skill to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach.

We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.

The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected .

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20 .

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination .

Last updated : 2024-06-10