Qualifications to Operate a University Vehicle

Qualifications to Operate a University Vehicle

A University vehicle is defined as any vehicle owned by Lehigh University or any vehicle otherwise under the University's care, custody or control.

Operation of a Lehigh University vehicle is a privilege granted to an individual on a highly selective basis. In addition to the individual's current qualifications, that individual's actual driving experience is considered.

To qualify as an operator of a University vehicle, the individual must meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Be a salaried employee, faculty or staff, or be currently enrolled at Lehigh University as a full-time graduate or undergraduate student of at least 18 years of age.
2. Be a part-time (wage) employee or part-time Lehigh graduate or undergraduate student of at least 21 years of age.
3. Have a valid domestic driver's license and have at least two (2) years of driving experience in the United States or Canada.
4. Must complete a Driver information form. The form is available on this web site under "Forms".
5. Have, and maintain, an acceptable driving record.

Please note: To qualify to drive external rental vehicles (Enterprise, Penske), the individual must be at least 21 years old.

Due to the additional passengers involved, any person seeking to operate a vehicle designed to carry nine (9) or more passengers shall meet the following additional qualifications:

1. Must be at least 25 years of age.
2. Have a valid domestic driver's license and have at least five (5) years driving experience in the United States or Canada.
3. Must complete the Driver information form.
4. Complete the online drivers training course. Drivers must complete the videos listed below. 

• WATCH - Interactive "Driver Safety Fundamentals" VIDEO
• WATCH - Interactive "Defensive Driving Strategies" VIDEO 
• WATCH - Interactive "Passenger Van Safety" MODULE
• AFFIRM - Your Training "Driver Safety Course"