Title Code: 7575
Occ. Group: 413.936
Utility Worker - Driver
Skill Level: 3
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
IPEDS: 710
Expectations for All Employees
East Tennessee State University pursues its mission based upon core values. An employee's job performance must support and exhibit the university's core values:
PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their
full potential;
RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity and trust;
DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected;
EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic;
EFFICIENCY is achieved through wise use of human and financial resources; and COMMITMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced.
Job Purpose
Work performed in executing maintenance, custodial, and construction tasks of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature, operating light motor vehicles
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Drives light motor vehicle in performance of duties
Picks up and delivers furniture, school supplies, garbage, trash, and other items
Cleans vacant apartments, dormitories, or houses located on campus
Cleans and services trucks and other related equipment
Works as part of a construction crew in road repair, gravel spreading, or concrete finishing
Works as part of a maintenance crew to remove, install or maintain water pumps, steam lines, steam valves or other types of equipment
Supplemental Functions
All incumbents are expected to perform these functions except for those qualifying under the Americans with Disabilities Act for a reasonable accommodation.
These functions may vary by institution.
Incumbents may provide backup to various functions within the unit.
May be required to perform related clerical tasks as assigned
Performs other work as assigned
Direction Received
Employees work under general supervision. Advice and guidance are available from the supervisor as needed for complex issues or exceptions to policy.
Direction Given
N/A
Job Specifications
Successful completion of the eighth grade. Experience in general maintenance or construction work. Possession of a valid Tennessee operator license as issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety.
Knowledge, Skillies, Abilities and Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of city and state traffic regulations
Knowledge of the materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work
Ability to operate motor vehicles
Ability to carry out simple instructions
Ability to perform light to heavy manual labor for extended periods of time under some unfavorable climactic conditions
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees
Working Conditions/Physical Demands/Special Conditions
Specific working conditions, physical demands and special conditions relative to this position are on file in the Office of Human Resources for your information.
Date Skill Evaluation
5/2004 3 332013113
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.