Logistics, Transportation & Parking (LTP) is seeking interested students to work in support of University transportation services for our SAFERIDE Service.

The motor vehicle operator's primary responsibility is to transport members of the university community in a safe and timely manner. Drivers are expected to have a good working knowledge of campus geography, university buildings/landmarks, and common routes around campus in order to effectively transport passengers to their final destinations. Besides driving, operators are expected to connect with their passengers in order to effectively communicate and provide friendly customer service. The service area is limited to the University of Michigan’s Ann Arbor Campuses and the area immediately surrounding it.

Because of the depth of responsibility surrounding student transportation, the most desirable candidate is one who is reliable, has a professional demeanor, and the ability to learn the responsibilities of the job. Because the candidate will ultimately become a representative of his/her department, candidates must be friendly, courteous, knowledgeable about the service, and familiar with Ann Arbor and University Campus locations.

This position requires candidates to obtain and/or maintain a medical certificate and is subject to pre-employment and random DOT drug screens.

Please include your Driver's license number in your application and/or resume.

Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. 

**NOTE: Please include your driver license number in application**

Selected candidates will learn all duties associated with the position, including driving. Candidates must be able to take passenger requests via a ride request mobile application and use a tablet to record their daily work. On the job training will be provided to all selected candidates.

Possess, or obtain a Michigan Chauffeur Driver License before hire and have a good driving record.

Pass a pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical.

Able to work at least 2 or more shifts per week - SafeRide runs 7:45p - 2:45am 7 days a week when classes are in session and during study/exam periods. 

Demonstrate knowledge of the Ann Arbor campus environment and map reading skills, be dependable, and have good customer service skills.

Ability to operate a computer, smartphone, tablet and have basic computing skills.

Ability to follow detailed procedures.

Demonstrate flexible and creative problem-solving skills.

Able to pay attention to details of the trip and rider interactions.

Be willing to work with the research team on improvement ideas and provide feedback.

Licensure & Certification

Must possess, or obtain, a Michigan Chauffeur Driver License before hire.
Must possess, or obtain, a DOT medical certificate before hire.

Work Schedule

Shifts may vary slightly, but in general are available at the following times:

7:45pm - 2:45am Daily during Fall and Winter Semesters.

Additional Information

**NOTE: Please include your driver license number in application**