Job Posting Title:
GeoFORCE Trail Driver ----
Hiring Department:
John A and Katherine G Jackson School of Geosciences ----
Position Open To:
All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
15 ----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA ----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately ----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027 ----
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ----
Job Details:
General Notes
Substantial travel is associated with the position. Those selected will be required to participate in a virtual training in May. Paid overtime in the amount of 40+ hours during the week(s) of scheduled academies is expected. For the 9th – 11th grade academy, staff will stay in hotels; during the 12th grade academy staff will stay in the UT dorms with the students.
GeoFORCE Mission
GeoFORCE is a youth education outreach program that recruits students in Austin, Houston, and Southwest Texas. The Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas created GeoFORCE to identify and develop the next generation of STEM leadership for discovery, research, and management of energy, minerals, water, the environment, and natural hazards for the benefit of society.
Position Description
GeoFORCE Trail Drivers are a vital member of a ten-person logistical and educational academy team. Trail Drivers assist the lead coordinator with trip logistics in the field, responsible for leading academy participants to safety in the case of an emergency, and are expected to follow the field charter bus with food and supplies.
Candidates for the GeoFORCE Trail Driver position are subject to all UT policies as set forth by the University of Texas Youth Protection Program, UT Human Resources, and GeoFORCE Texas:
Youth Protection Program Guidebook Zero-tolerance no alcohol policy throughout the field experience
Child-safety training
UT Camp Worker Guide A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable, original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Information from the documents will be submitted to the federal E-Verify system for verification. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in dismissal.
Purpose
Trail drivers drive the trail van behind the bus and are in charge of getting food and supplies, as well as transporting staff and students as needed.
Responsibilities
Drive trail vehicle throughout the duration of the field academy safely and responsibly with all extra educational materials, food, and supplies.
Purchase an adequate supply of snacks/drinks/food on a daily basis and transport them to each field stop. Compile receipts for expenses and upload to UT Box on a daily basis.
Provide emergency transportation for the staff and students on designated summer field academy.
Other duties assigned by coordinator.
Required Qualifications
Valid Texas driver’s license
The ability to become a certified UT driver
Five years of driving history and a clean driving record
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Salary Range
$20/hour
Working Conditions
May work in all weather conditions.
Will drive a minivan/SUV.
Will work outside.
May work in extreme temperatures.
May work around standard office conditions.
Climbing of stairs, hiking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Will involve airplane, bus, and/or automobile travel.
Working with large groups of underage students.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
Please complete the screening questions at this link
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will…