Part-Time Motor Pool

About the Role

Utah State University Eastern is seeking a dependable, self-motivated individual to assist with daily operations in the Motor Pool and Surplus departments. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping vehicles clean and organized, enjoys working independently, and provides excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Clean university vehicles inside and out to maintain a professional appearance.
• Detail vehicles, including vacuuming, washing, waxing, and cleaning interiors.
• Inspect vehicles before and after reservations for cleanliness and damage.
• Assist with vehicle scheduling and reservations.
• Check vehicles in and out for faculty, staff, and approved users.
• Monitor fuel levels and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate vehicle records and mileage logs.
• Ensure the motor pool lot remains clean, organized, and presentable.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing surplus equipment and furniture.
• Help move, load, and unload surplus items.
• Maintain an organized warehouse and storage areas.
• Prepare items for transfer, sale, recycling, or disposal.
• Assist departments with surplus pickups and deliveries as needed.
• Keep inventory organized and accurately labeled.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn scheduling software.

ADA Physical Demands

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and walk for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in hot, cold, and inclement weather.
• Operate motor vehicles and cleaning equipment safely.

Pay

$12.00 to $14.00/hour, commensurate with experience.

About Utah State University

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries.

For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023.