Position: Motor Vehicle Operator/Freight Hauler Department: Office of the Dean/College of Veterinary Medicine
Status: Full-time
Special Qualifications
In keeping with the President’s commitment to Tuskegee University Becoming "One Tuskegee", the ideal Motor Vehicle Operator/Freight Hauler will possess the willingness to use their expertise in transforming Tuskegee into a leading 21st century living and learning environment.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Pick up, load, move, and deliver materials, mail, packages, and equipment
Pick up freight from the physical plant trucking division and make deliveries to the appropriate locations within the veterinary complex with high attention to perishable items
Pick up and deliver specimens/subjects to and from designated off-campus locations, including Alabama State Diagnostic Laboratories as needed
Distribute collected in the appropriate packages located in the Dean’s Office mailroom and storeroom
Collect mail and/or packages from the CVM offices and deliver to Campus Mail Services and other campus sites
Deliver and/or collect mail from offices on the University campus
Collect packages (not placed in mailboxes) from the Dean’s Office mailroom and deliver them to the appropriate offices/laboratories within the veterinary complex
Pick up and fill "Local Orders" originating from various CVM departments/units, as needed
Pick up and return CVM visitors to regional airports or other designated locations, as needed
Pick up and deliver journals and cargo originating from CVM Library and TU Main library
Transport freight safely and efficiently
Maintain a log (record) of all cargo picked up and delivered
Assist with moving and relocating furniture within the CVM complex for special programs/events
Serve as a courier for CVM off-campus events (e.g., retreats/workshops)
Inspects vehicle daily and maintains proper levels of fluids tire pressure, and cleanliness
Ensure log sheet maintained for each vehicle and submit forms related to vehicle maintenance
Report broken or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or department head
Report and maintain contact with supervisor throughout the workday to report location
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
A valid driver’s license (Alabama DL required)
Safe driving record adequate to maintain insurance coverage under Tuskegee University guidelines
Ability to change flat tires when necessary
Must have ability to lift 40 lbs. or more without difficulty, navigate stairs, have manual dexterity
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good and efficient organizational skills
Be able to perform work assignments independently
Salary
Commensurate with education, training and experience
**The statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. **
Applications are available at the following link:
https://www.tuskegee.edu/Content/Uploads/Tuskegee/files/HR/Fillable-TU-EMPL…
Each applicant, including all current/existing employees, must complete and submit a Tuskegee University employment application, resume/CV, a list of (3) to (5) references (with detailed contact information) and copies of unofficial transcripts (official transcript(s) will be required upon hire). Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for the position. The University reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Application packets with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
Human Resources Department
Attn: Employment/Recruitment
101 Kresge Center
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, Alabama 36088
Email Address: employment@tuskegee.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verifications on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
Must be able to pass a background check.
