Driver

Job Type:

Staff

Job Description:

The position is a backup for the primary driver of the university van on trips between the campuses in Kansas City and Joplin. The position will also drive other university vehicles depending on the need. When not driving the person will help care for university vehicles and assist campus operation with other duties to include, backup to the KC Mailroom, package/mail delivery, room setups and campus furniture moves.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive the university van to local and out of town meetings and events
• Ability to flex their schedule to accommodate varying schedules
• Occasional overnight travel
• The candidate must pass a driver history check by our insurance carrier and be insurable by same carrier

In addition to duties as a driver the position also has the following duties and responsibilities:

• Ensures the campus presents a favorable impression
• Prepares grounds for assigned activities
• Makes sure plants are free of disease and insects, applying chemicals as needed.
• Keeps the ground clear of debris
• Ensures grounds are clear and safe during inclement weather
• Monitors equipment for optimal performance, reporting malfunctions, breakages to the supervisor.
• Maintains KCU vehicles, washing cars, delivering cars for minor preventive maintenance  services, taking vehicle in for repairs, performing detail cleaning
• Helps with office and department moves
• Assists with special events
• Contributes to the team effort by performing related duties as needed or assigned
• Represent department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s license
• Class E License preferred
• Neat and professional appearance
• Excellent Driving Record
• High School Diploma
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.

Annual Security Report

KCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff. Our annual campus security report lists campus crimes and statistics for the campus and public areas around campus for the last three years, in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

Thank you for your interest in a career at KCU!