UT Southwestern Medical Center
Senior Driver
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Why UT Southwestern?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the sixth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles
UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans.
We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you’ve made to our country.
We’re proud to support your next mission.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/.
Experience and EducationHigh school graduation or GED and four (4) years full-time paid experience in operation of various types of motor vehicles, such as vans, mini-buses, station wagons, etc. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for operating vehicles weighing 26,001 pounds or more. If incumbent carries 14 or more passengers including driver, CDL with passenger endorsement is required.
Job Duties
Assists Supervisor in day-to-day transportation to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Provides limited daily supervision of drivers. Monitors drivers to ensure proper and consistent performance of duties.
Provides training to drivers which includes, but is not limited to, route training, usage of equipment and shuttle bus, etc.
Receives direction from the Supervisor concerning the activities of the drivers assigned to the AM/PM shift.
Operates van or mini-bus for transportation of employees and visitors on scheduled route connecting on-campus and off-campus locations. Picks-up and delivers mail, packages, drugs, and supplies to off-campus locations on assigned route.
Learns multiple routes and may fill in on an as needed basis.
In outpatient clinic, transports patients to specialty care units and agencies within cooperative system.
Maintains vehicle operating records and reports needed maintenance and repairs. Performs minor and routine maintenance such as refueling, ensuring proper tire pressure, and checking oil, water, and batteries periodically.
Acts as a backup of operations for Supervisor and Manager as needed.
May assist in completing annual employee performance evaluations.
May assist in scheduling work, monitoring projects, and ensuring route coverage.
**Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
SecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.
As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans.
We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you’ve made to our country.
We’re proud to support your next mission.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/.
Experience and EducationHigh school graduation or GED and four (4) years full-time paid experience in operation of various types of motor vehicles, such as vans, mini-buses, station wagons, etc. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for operating vehicles weighing 26,001 pounds or more. If incumbent carries 14 or more passengers including driver, CDL with passenger endorsement is required.
Job Duties
Assists Supervisor in day-to-day transportation to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Provides limited daily supervision of drivers. Monitors drivers to ensure proper and consistent performance of duties.
Provides training to drivers which includes, but is not limited to, route training, usage of equipment and shuttle bus, etc.
Receives direction from the Supervisor concerning the activities of the drivers assigned to the AM/PM shift.
Operates van or mini-bus for transportation of employees and visitors on scheduled route connecting on-campus and off-campus locations. Picks-up and delivers mail, packages, drugs, and supplies to off-campus locations on assigned route.
Learns multiple routes and may fill in on an as needed basis.
In outpatient clinic, transports patients to specialty care units and agencies within cooperative system.
Maintains vehicle operating records and reports needed maintenance and repairs. Performs minor and routine maintenance such as refueling, ensuring proper tire pressure, and checking oil, water, and batteries periodically.
Acts as a backup of operations for Supervisor and Manager as needed.
May assist in completing annual employee performance evaluations.
May assist in scheduling work, monitoring projects, and ensuring route coverage.
**Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
SecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.
As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!