Shuttle Driver

Shuttle Driver (NON-PERMANENT) - 2 POSITIONS

(Truck Driver 1)

Monday - Friday | 6AM - 8PM | ON-SITE

NOTE:
The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. The work hours for this role may include holidays and overtime.

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES' mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.

The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial).

About the Opportunity:

As a Shuttle Driver, you will provide safe, reliable transportation for employees, legislators, visitors, and equipment throughout the Washington State Capitol Campus and surrounding area. You will operate a variety of light-duty vehicles, maintain shuttle cleanliness and fuel levels, support parking enforcement by reporting violations, and ensure accurate daily documentation through computer entries and written logs. This role also includes assisting with general departmental needs and performing other duties as assigned.

Some of What You'll Enjoy Doing Includes:

• Transport employees, legislators, visitors, and equipment around the Capitol Campus using light-duty trucks, passenger vans, and other shuttle vehicles.
• Safely operate and maneuver all assigned vehicles in a variety of campus settings.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain shuttle vehicles, including interior/exterior cleaning and fueling per DES procedures.
• Support parking enforcement by reporting vehicles that violate parking policies.
• Use computers and written logs daily to record times, passenger counts, and shift activities.
• Other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license, free from serious traffic violations.
• Ability to read and write in English, and perform work outdoors.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact positively with a diverse population of customers and co-workers.
• Flexibility to work varied days and nights.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of experience operating small, light-duty trucks and vans safely and skillfully.
• Ability to transport and assist passengers in vehicles of fourteen (14) people or fewer.
• Knowledge of rules for safe operation and equipment, state motor vehicle laws, and the rules governing the operation of state equipment, methods, tools, and materials used in service and maintaining equipment.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies
Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies:

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization, or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you Click "Apply" at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.

Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

• A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position
• A current resume, detailing experience, and education
• A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information

Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).

Please Note: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not be substitute for completing the "duties summary" section of the online application. Please do not refer to the resume for detail or your application may be disqualified.

Background Check Notice: Prior to any new appointment into The Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Union Inclusion: This position is in a bargaining unit and falls under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the state of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Opportunity for All:
The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.

Contact Information:
For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact George Deguzman via email at Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or

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