Service Crew Technician, Parking & Transportation

University Transit Service (UTS) at the University of Virginia's Department of Parking and Transportation is seeking Service Crew and Fleet Technicians. Our technicians work within University Transit Service to provide auxiliary support to our transportation services to the University of Virginia community.

The anticipated starting salary is $20.93 per hour with no CDL and $22.50 per hour with CDL. This is a non-exempt, benefited position. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

• Servicing all transit buses and department support vehicles, both gasoline-powered and electric, daily.
• Preparation and recording of logs regarding cleaning, charging, fueling, and additional fluid servicing weekly.
• Maintaining parking organization of transit buses and support vehicles in the Parking & Transportation lot.
• Perform frontline treatment of the Parking & Transportation lot during emergency weather events (snow removal, de-icing, etc.).
• Coordinating with Maintenance Shop Manager and Operations Supervisor to keep inventory and order necessary supplies including vehicle fluids, cleaning supplies, spill response absorbent, and uniforms.
• Provide both interior and exterior cleaning of all Parking & Transportation vehicles including but not limited to: washing, vacuuming, steaming, disinfectant spraying, and waxing.
• Operation of a transit bus unit on a fixed route as well as transit operation in support of University-wide events as necessary.
• Operation of passenger-carrying vans on a demand-response overnight operation as necessary.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 8 months of prior work experience. Experience gained during part-time work as a student may be considered.
• Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Type A or B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements or a valid State of Virginia Driver's License and the ability to obtain the CDL with endorsements within the first 45 days of hire. Must have a positive point balance via a good driving record on existing license.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT Physical including bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching and Drug Screen and obtain at least a 1 year DOT Certification.

• The ability to follow and enforce specific instructions and the ability to communicate effectively with the public and over two-way radio is essential. Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak in the English language.
• General knowledge of computer usage; ability to type, use email, and interface with web-based systems for payroll and performance management is essential.
• The ability to drive any/all buses or support vehicles.
• The ability to work overtime and shifts over eight (8) hours, to meet services hours in Transit Operations.

• Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Please apply online by searching for requisition number R0074712. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

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Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, Skill Survey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

• For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, unw5dq.

University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information, read UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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