Driver Service Attendant

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Driver Service Attendant - Grade 7 to join the team. Duties include:

• Drive vehicles such as passenger cars, station wagons, vans, buses, trucks, etc.
• Transport personnel, luggage, goods, or freight to and/or from destinations in or out of the country
• Load and/or unload vehicles as assigned
• Place fleet identification number and record property control number on vehicle; attach license plate; place credit cards, insurance card, and registration card in vehicle, as directed
• Check vehicle to see if standard equipment is present such as tools, spare tires, backup lights, etc. , as instructed
• Check and fill vehicles with gas, oil, water, antifreeze, and windshield washer; check condition of tires, batteries, brakes, lights, etc.; Change tires, batteries, license plates, and seats as required
• Shuttle motor vehicles within the area, to storage area, check-in area, or parking area
• Place keys in vehicles to be picked up and/or washed
• Remove keys and lock vehicles as required
• Explain operation of vehicle to user-drivers and the use of credit cards, where to return vehicle after completing trip, etc.
• Give detailed explanation for use of 4-wheel-drive vehicles
• Record odometer readings at time vehicle leaves fleet operations and upon its return
• Record monthly readings of fleet vehicles, as required
• Drive vehicles to check reports of needed maintenance such as soft brakes, etc.
• Check for damages to vehicle; report to supervisor
• Check to see if work order and correct vehicle are present
• Take vehicle and work order to university garage
• Operate automatic car wash to clean exterior of motor vehicles; clean interior of vehicles; wash windows inside and out
• Wash buses, large vehicles, and cars by hand, when necessary
• Wash exterior of vehicles, remove tar, insects, etc.; Empty ash trays and clean trunks
• Perform routine operator maintenance on automatic car wash as required
• Perform routine start-up procedure on requested vehicles and buses; shuttle to driver pick-up area
• Follow standard procedure in attempting to start buses in operational distress by making minor on-site adjustments, such as checking and engaging reset button, readjusting transmission gear shift lever, clearing ice blocking door exits, etc.
• Deliver new bus and return distressed vehicle to fleet operations
• Operate engine cleaning machine; cover painted areas of vehicle prior to engine cleaning process
• Clean engine with cleansing foam; rinse, dry, and apply wax to engine using spray wax container
• Clean, sweep, wash, and arrange tire storage area, carport area, supply shed, and dispatch shed. Inventory and record gasoline level as assigned
• Check supplies of soap, wax, brushes, cloth and paper towels, etc. , as assigned

Job Requirements: Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data. Requires a Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License B (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement (P); without Air Brake Restriction (L). 6 to 9 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule: Various - Four 10 hour days

Days Off: Various

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

6 to 9 months of effective experience Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License Class B with Endorsement P and without Restriction L - Pennsylvania Department of Transportation

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. This position is subject to federal Department of Transportation testing for alcohol and controlled substances (49 CFR PART 40), and physical examination requirements as per PA. CODE 231.85. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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