Temporary CDL Driver

Florida International University   Miami, FL   Full-time     Transportation
Posted on April 9, 2024
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About FIU

Florida International University is Miami's public research university. FIU is focused on student success. According to U.S. News and World Report, FIU has 35 programs in the top 100 in the nation among public universities, including 15 in the top 50.FIU is a top U.S. research university with more than $200 million in annual expenditures and is designated as an “Emerging Preeminent State Research University” by the Florida Board of Governors. FIU ranks 15th in the nation among public universities for patent production, which drives innovation, and is one of the institutions that helps make Florida the top state for higher education. TheNext Horizonfundraising campaign is furthering FIU's commitment to providing students Worlds Ahead opportunities. TodayFIU has two campuses and multiplecenters, andsupports artistic and cultural engagement through its three museums:Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, the Wolfsonian-FIU, and theJewish Museum of Florida-FIU.FIU is a member of Conference USA, with more than 400 student-athletes participating in 18 sports. The university has awarded more than 330,000 degrees to many leaders in South Florida and beyond. For more information about FIU, visitwww.fiu.edu.

Job Summary

The Parking and Transportation department is looking to recruit a Temporary CDL Driver to join their team of professionals.
  • Operates Shuttle buses between FIU campuses and events.
  • Adheres to recommended safe driving requirements as set forth by the Office of Environmental Health and Safety; Assures cleanliness of the buses and vans; removes loose debris and containers from the floor and seats to ensure a clean environment.
  • Respond to customer inquires and/or complaints as they relate to transportation services in a courteous manner
  • Assists the manager with scheduling preventive maintenance appointments. Inspects vehicles on a daily basis before starting their route. Fuels vehicles as necessary.
  • Assists with transportion for event operations
  • Performs other essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies or other emergency closings. The employee is expected to be available to to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by administration
Job Category

Temporary

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma and two (2) years of appropriate experience in transportation.
  • Must have a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) and Passenger endorsement A or B.
Work Schedule
  • Monday through Friday - Flexible schedule depending on department operational needs. (Needs to have weekend availability)
  • 40 hours a week
Advertised Salary

$17.00/hour

Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Driver's License Check
Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement).

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part.

Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 11:59 pm of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 11:59 pm of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2016/04/Campus_Security_Report__Safety_Guide.pdf.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access 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 or protected veteran status.