Senior Driver - Refuse Crew

Lubbock

39148BR

Grounds Maintenance

Position Description

May operate various types of heavy trucks.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Performs regularly scheduled pickup and disposal of refuse around campus. Additional pickups as required.
• Refuse is taken to landfill as required. Adheres to all operating/safety rules of disposal trucks.
• Performs regular pickup and disposal of recycling materials around campus. Maintains proper records.
• Performs required operator maintenance, checking fluid levels, tires, lights, mirrors and related equipment for safe operation of refuse vehicles.
• Maintains vehicle, tools, equipment and materials in an orderly and safe condition. Operates vehicles including pickups, trucks and vans. Secures vehicle, equipment and areas of operation.
• Performs general maintenance duties during slow times including painting dumpsters. Services/repairs dispensers around campus as required.

Required Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Have or willing to acquire a Class A Driver License within the first 30 days of employment.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.31

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M - F 6:00 am to 3:00 pm

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Service Workers - Supervisors

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

88M, 88A

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

3500, 3510