Senior Driver – Infectious Diseases Division

About the role

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Medicine seeks a full‑time Senior Driver to provide reliable transportation for the Division of Infectious Diseases. The role supports both routine campus travel and specialized mobile research unit operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform visual and physical inspections of assigned vehicles before, during, and after use.
• Refuel, clean interiors, and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Transport research staff, participants, specimens, supplies, equipment, and study materials safely and on schedule.
• Operate the IDRU Mobile Research Unit (31‑ft Class C RV), including setup, breakdown, and logistical support for community‑based and clinical research.
• Coordinate specimen and supply transport while adhering to chain‑of‑custody, temperature‑control, and biosafety protocols.
• Maintain vehicle logs, safety checklists, and ensure all required certifications are up to date.
• Report suspicious activities, hazardous road conditions, and traffic citations to appropriate staff.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant driving experience.
• Valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License.

Required skills

• Commercial vehicle operation.
• Vehicle inspection and maintenance reporting.
• Mobile research unit operation.
• Temperature monitoring and biosafety handling.