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Heavy Driver - Trucks & Cars, Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jun 26, 2025
Heavy Driver - Trucks & Cars, Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services Heavy Driver - Trucks & Cars, Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services Hiring Department: Trucks & Cars Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1027879 Posting Close Date: July 1, 2025 Salary: $32.27 hourly About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Description: Safely operate University of Illinois Chicago motor vehicles in and around the Chicago Metropolitan area, or as dispatched. Position reports directly to the Automotive Sub-Foreman and/or Automotive Foreman. Duties & Responsibilities: Drive University of Illinois Chicago automobiles, buses, vans, trucks, and/or tractor trailers to transport personnel, refuse, materials, mail and/or freight. Maintain contact with Dispatch Office via radio and/or telephone, informing office of all changes in location, delays, traffic problems and emergencies. Operate snow removal equipment when required. Load, haul and deliver supplies, equipment, mail, freight, materials, express packages and/or passengers. Check vehicle for minor repairs which may be needed, including tire inflation, fuel, oil and water levels, belts and hoses, missing safety equipment and complete a vehicle repair order when repairs are needed. May perform minor repairs on vehicles as needed. Keep interior of all vehicles assigned clean and debris free on a daily basis. Maintain accurate records of material and personnel transported per assignment. Completes various trip sheets, logs, and work orders for each assigned task. May assist in Motor Pool radio Dispatch Office and may assist Grounds Workers with tasks involving vehicles with mounted equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Valid/current driver's license as required by the State of Illinois and a CDL class B license or higher, in accordance with the size of the vehicle to be operated by the incumbent. Six (6) months of work experience as a route or commercial delivery driver or closely related experience to the given position. Preferred Qualifications: Must possess a valid 'Class A' commercial driver's license with air brakes and passenger endorsements. NOTE: All necessary CDL endorsements are based on the vehicle to be operated and when required to operate vehicles capable of transporting 16 or more persons as required by the Illinois Secretary of State. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12323?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-7a9efdc117a80e41923b33c4c2adb088