Senior Driver

**Senior Driver**Location: Dallas , TX Job Number: 620168Category: Skilled Trade/Facilities Mgmt.Posting Date: February 25, 2022Responsibilities Benefits Working at UTSW 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 in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. Youll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles. 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 in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. Youll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles. ****Senior Driver****Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.Job SummaryUT Southwestern has an opening for the position of a Senior Driver, Full-Time.**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.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Experience and Education*** High school diploma or GED required.* Four (4) years full-time paid experience in operation of various types of motor vehicles, such as vans, mini-buses, station wagons, etc.* A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required for operating vehicles weighing 26,001 pounds or more.* If incumbent carries 14 or more passengers (including driver), a Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement is required.To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visitFor COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visitFor general COVID-19 information, applicants should visitThis 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. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.Benefits **Health Benefits*** PPO and ACO Options* 100% Coverage for Preventative Health ? No Co-Pay* Tobacco-Free Incentives* Generous Prescription Drug Plan* 3 Options for Dental Coverage* 2 Options for Vision Coverage* Abundance of Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs**Retirement Plan**(Eligibility varies by employment status)* The Teacher Retirement System of Texas is a defined benefit plan with 5-year vesting* Employee Contribution Max 7.7% of salary* Employer Contribution Match up to 7.5% of salary* Optional Retirement Program (ORP) defined contribution plan with 1 year, 1 day vesting* Employee Contribution Max of 6.65% of salary* Employer Contribution Match of 8.5% of salary* Optional Tax-Sheltered Annuity* Optional Deferred Compensation Plan**PTO Benefits*** 15 Paid Holidays, Eligible Day 1* 8 Hours/Month Accrued Vacation* 8 Hours/Month Accrued Sick Leave**Other Benefits*** On-Site Day Care* Employee Discount Program* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Long-Term Disability Coverage* Short-Term Disability Coverage* Voluntary Group Life Coverage* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage**Bring Your A Game.**It takes a lot to keep UT Southwestern at the forefront, where world-class patient care, acclaimed medical education, and innovative research breakthroughs are common occurrences. When you join us, those are the challenges youll share. Our organization has taken on serious commitments and responsibilities within a rapidly evolving health care system.Change is a constant, so our work supporting this complex matrix of business and systems needs must rise to the highest level of professionalism, collaboration, and innovation. Thats true for every role across the Medical Center and represents why this can be the most challenging work of your career.Denise AndersonGME Coordinator I I love working at UT Southwestern because of its great staff and great benefits. Everyday is extraordinary because theres opportunity to expand your knowledge and advance your career.