Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II

About the role

The Laundry Services Motor Vehicle Operator II will be responsible for pick‑up and delivery of items from Laundry Services to customers at the University of Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks with air brakes and all vehicles associated with the Laundry Service.
• Drive any of the scheduled service routes.
• Check truck fluid levels and inspect tires daily; report all fluid level or mechanical problems to management.
• Clean and sweep truck bed and cab daily.
• Pick up and deliver products according to set route schedule.
• Load clean linen carts on trucks for delivery.
• Move and deliver products according to set route schedule.
• Unload all contents in the cargo box of any or all vehicles.
• Load/unload textile containers onto scales, operate scale controller to record all weight factors.
• Transport employees to work‑related appointments.
• Move objects more than 50 pounds.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• One year experience driving trucks.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL driver’s license.
• Ability to meet and maintain University Driving Policy standards.

Special Qualifications

• Valid CDL driver’s license and ability to meet University of Iowa Driving Policy.

Desirable Qualifications

• Basic computer experience.
• Good communication skills and experience working on a team.
• Experience securing loads of cargo.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Experience using weight scales and communication devices such as a radio.
• Two years’ experience driving a truck with 33,000 GVW.
• Experience operating moving equipment such as a two‑wheel hand cart or multi‑wheel dolly.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM; overtime as required.

Compensation

Pay Level: 6.

Benefits

The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package. Details can be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Motor Vehicle Operator II
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Work Modality: On Campus
• Organization: Finance & Operations (General)
• Contact: Andy Brus (andrew-brus@uiowa.edu, (319) 467‑1454)