Driver

Job TitleGeneral Description of the JobUnder general supervision, operate and drive passengers in automobiles, vans or buses. Operate trucks and other equipment in order to accomplish assigned tasks.Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThe following are the functions essential to performing this job.Operate automobiles, trucks, vans or buses and accessory equipment.Load, unload and deliver supplies, equipment, foodstuffs, livestock, mail, freight and such items that can be reasonably transported by motor vehicles.Assist in the segregation of bulk and small parcel items earmarked for delivery.Maintain and keep vehicles in clean, operable condition.Operate material handling equipment, both manuals and powered.Maintain operation log and inventory records as required.Assist in storeroom functions such as receiving, sorting and issuing where such routine is related to the specific driving functions.Perform other related duties.The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.1. Demonstrate ability to follow oral and written instructions.2. Maintain and display good driving habits.3. Familiar with rules and regulations pertaining to the transporting of passengers and operation of motor vehicles on intra-state roads and highways.4. Demonstrate ability to handle situations involving transporting Faculty, Staff, Students and others.5. Demonstrate ability to read maps and other road signs.6. Ability to pass food handlers examination where handling of foodstuff is required.7. Adequate skill in operating motor vehicles.Qualification Standards1. Education: High School Graduate2. Successful experience: Two years of experience in transporting passengers.3. Other preferences: Possession of valid State of Delaware CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with passenger endorsement. Good physical condition as required by the State of Delaware for operating motor vehicles and high moral character and neat appearance.Performance Standards & EEO StatementDelaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.Equal opportunity employer/program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.BenefitsWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit the Delaware State University Benefits Page and the State of Delaware benefits page.