Non-Cdl Driver/Mover (Truck Driver 2)

Looking for stability with year-round employment? Our Non-CDL Driver/Mover (Truck Driver 2) position will provide you with one main job site, all tools provided, multiple retirement plans, health, life and long-term disability insurance coverage, pre-tax savings opportunities, vacation AND sick leave, 12 paid holidays, assistance with child and elder care, a free regional transit pass and active commute support, tuition exemption, no sales pressure, an employee health program, work/life balance, and more!

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups, as well as the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: UW Facilities.

Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Non-CDL Driver / Mover (Truck Driver 2) to drive a 2-1/2 ton moving van and perform commercial moves in administrative, academic, and research facilities; move, handle, and transport equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies and load/unload trucks in manner to protect material using appropriate equipment, pads, etc. in support of the Moving & Surplus program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Drive a 2-1/2 ton moving van

Operate hydraulic lift gate

Receive, load and unload equipment, furniture and materials

Move furniture, equipment, materials, and supplies within room, building, and/or between buildings as described on job card.

Receive, load and unload equipment, furniture and materials

Move furniture, equipment, materials, and supplies within room, building, and/or between buildings as described on job card

Advise clients and communicate on move preparations

Pickup surplused materials from UW department locations

Determine appropriate disposition of materials, notate disposition on item tag, receive and update status in database utilizing a mobile device

Advise clients of inventory updates and changes, materials requiring special handling, and/or materials unable to pick up as requested

Protect material being transported and moved using pads, carpet, cardboard, etc.

Protect buildings, elevators, grounds, etc. as necessary in preparation for movement of materials

Assess building spaces, including rooms, hallways, and/or elevators, and materials to be moved for damage prior to move and document any pre-existing damage

Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and minor service on assigned vehicle, (e.g. tire pressure, windshield fluid), and clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle as needed

Report any equipment, furniture, material, building, and/or vehicle damage immediately to Program Support Supervisor

Participate in organizational, division, unit, and work group programs: Balanced Scorecard, Lean Process Improvement, and other business efforts in order to improve workplace practices and processes to add value to the services provided

Safely operate material handling equipment used in moving and transporting equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies

Operate a cell phone and respond within 15 minutes

Call office whenever a job will take longer than anticipated by the scheduler

Notify lead and scheduler immediately if daily work assigned will not be completed, additional staffing is needed, or job needs to be rescheduled

Provide completed job card to customer on site and request appropriate signature

Submit completed job cards at end of each day

Report any unfinished jobs directly to lead and scheduler

Provide accurate documentation as requested

Return equipment to appropriate storage location

Assist in sustainment of moving equipment storage areas and equipment maintenance

Notify supervisor of any equipment needing to be repaired and/or replaced

Recommend equipment purchases to Supervisor

Provide feedback to supervisor and lead regarding moving operations and customer feedback

Perform other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.

Be responsible and accountable.

Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.

Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.

Exhibit a professional work ethic.

Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Requirements include:

High school graduation or equivalent

AND two years’ experience as a Truck Driver or similar work AND possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license

AND possession of a commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain if required in the position OR equivalent education/experience.

Additional Requirements include:

Excellent driving record – copy of commercial driving abstract will be required of all final candidates

Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills combined with a positive, optimistic success-oriented attitude Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor

Ability to consistently exercise critical thinking skills

Understanding of safe work practices

Ability to be flexible within a fast-paced team environment

Excellent attention to detail

Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required