Job Description

Embodying the Virginia Tech motto of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Division of Auxiliary and Business Services has responsibilities across multiple Virginia Tech campuses and throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, always working to meet the needs of the University and anticipate the needs of those we serve. Auxiliary and Business Services strives to be customer focused and operationally minded while offering a diverse group of services that support and enhance the Virginia Tech experience. We take pride in being a responsive, innovative, and inclusive workforce that are stewards of the resources entrusted to us.
Fleet Services is responsible for managing our university's 1,500 state vehicles which also includes a rental vehicle fleet of approximately 150 vehicles.
Vehicle Service Attendants are responsible for cleaning Fleet Services rental vehicles to meet customer demand while maintaining established standards of cleanliness. This includes but is not limited to washing the exterior of vehicles, vacuuming and cleaning the vehicle interiors, and cleaning all windows. Must maintain established standards of cleanliness to meet daily customer demand. Occasionally requires supplying state vehicles with fuel/fluids, reporting damage or repairs, keeping records of issue. May also assist with light custodial duties and snow/frost removal from vehicles and parking lot.
Incumbents report to the Fleet Services Automotive Shop Manager and the standard hours of operation are Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Available work shifts will vary to meet business needs and the employee's availability. The maximum number of hours per week will not exceed 30 and there is no guarantee of a minimum number of hours per week.
The incumbents also perform other duties as requested; take initiative to support a healthy work environment; strive to fulfill the terms in the Standards of Business Conduct; exemplify Virginia Tech’s Principles of Community; and support the university’s motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

Required Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record in order to operate state vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate fuel pumps.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and staff.
• Ability to work with a variety of cleaning agents and be exposed to fumes, chemicals, and moderate levels of dust and/or noise.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks to meet required specifications.
• Must be able to perform extended hours of physical activity including standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and squatting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous automotive detailing experience.
• Previous experience performing routine vehicle maintenance.
• Record-keeping experience.
• Previous experience working with a large fleet of vehicles or in a university setting.
• Customer service experience and functioning as part of a team.

Pay Band

2

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$15 per hour

Review Date

May 15, 2024

Additional Information

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The selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal conviction and driving records check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.