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Motor Vehicle Operator II - Delivery Driver

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Position Title:

Motor Vehicle Operator II - Delivery Driver

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• One year experience driving trucks. • Possession of the class (class A, B, C or D) of drivers license appropriate to vehicle driven and/or materials transported.

Job Description:

Are you looking for a Monday-Friday, day shift position that offers excellent work-life balance? Are you looking to join an organization with excellent benefits? If so, Iowa State University is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator II to work as a delivery driver within the Central Receiving operation! Iowa State University Central Receiving provides a single-point delivery network for the ISU campus. Central Receiving will receive, track, and redistribute university funded materials to ISU departments.

This position is responsible for daily delivery of packages and palletized goods and equipment to the Iowa State University community. This is a physical position that involves climbing stairs along with lifting and carrying packages daily. The successful individual will have the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. This person will need to make sound judgements, have a sense of urgency, and provide high-level customer service. They will perform as a laborer when not driving in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The successful candidate will possess the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to warehousing and delivery work; the ability to perform heavy manual labor; and the ability to work in a varying weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Delivery experience; specifically within package and freight delivery
  • Warehouse receiving experience
  • Experience using electronic devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and computers
  • Experience using forklifts and electric pallet jacks

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads work order to determine materials to be transported.

• Consults with person responsible for materials to be hauled in order to determine special needs.

• Verifies load with suppliers against order request.

• Loads and unloads cargo including hazardous materials or sensitive instrument.

• Secures cargo using chains, rubberized straps, padding to prevent damage.

• Assembles furniture or exhibits.

• Services vehicles, both interior and exterior, including cleaning and washing with power equipment, refueling, and other minor items of vehicle maintenance as required.

• Performs as a Laborer when not driving.

• Responds to calls for emergency service, including snow removal, as required.

• May require occasional in-state and out-of-state overnight travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

• Ability to read, write, follow instructions, and communicate orally.

• Ability to operate moving equipment such as pallet movers and forklifts.

• Ability to make sounds judgments and decisions.

• Ability to safely operate and insure proper maintenance of vehicles.

• Knowledge of proper loading/securing techniques for specialized cargo.

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing operation of state vehicles.

• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

06

Original Posting Date:

October 5, 2026

Posting Close Date:

October 18, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R20045

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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