JMU TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

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"Customer Service and Safety First"


1603 South Main Street | Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm | 568-8147 or 568-7429

Introduction

Welcome to the Facilities Management Transportation Website. Transportation is dedicated to providing quality customer service to the university community through the management of vehicle rentals, vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance, travel requests, purchase of new vehicles through a comprehensive and sustainable program. The Transportation department is managed through three primary areas of responsibility: Motor Pool (travel and scheduling), Repair and Maintenance of departmental owned vehicles and equipment, and an Alternative Fuel Program.

Going Green
Hybrid Trash Truck Electric Vehicle

Transportation's commitment to sustainability is evidenced here by it's recent purchase of a 2010 Kenworth hybrid trash truck and two total electric utility pickups, for use by Recycling and the Carpenter shop. Environmental stewardship will be a consideration in all future vehicle purchases for the university.

Areas of Transportation

Motor Pool Operations

The Motor Pool Operations is dedicated to customer service and is committed to providing safe, clean and reliable vehicles. We are located at 1603 South Main Street, approximately three blocks south of the main campus, diagonally across from Wendy's. Operating hours are 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. Vehicles must be picked up during normal business hours. Vehicles can be scheduled on line through the departments computer vehicle request program (C.A.R.S.) Questions can be directed to the Administrative staff at 8-8147 or 8-7429. Rental vehicles are located in a secured area and will require card access to return vehicles after normal operating hours. Each vehicle is equipped with an access card for entry. Card access is not required to exit the secured area. The Motor Pool Operation has a wide range of vehicles to meet our customer needs.

Vehicle Maintenance/Garage

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is located behind the University Services Building off of West Grace Street. We have a dedicated staff of four qualified mechanics and two equipment repair technicians. Work responsibilities range from engine overhauls to scheduled preventive maintenance, as well as managing the landscape equipment fleet. Repairs include all customer owned vehicles, with a comprehensive snow equipment repair program. Operating hours are 6:30am to 4:00pm. Any questions or concerns, please contact Terry Hemp, shop supervisor, at ext. 8-6364. After hour emergencies, contact Campus Police.

Alternative Fuel Vehicle Program

Transportation is dedicated to improving our environment through our Alternative Fuel solutions. One hundred percent of our operating fleet is now classified as alternative fuel vehicles through the use of Ethanol gasoline and bio-diesel fuel. The Motor Pool has recently purchased additional hybrid and flex-fuel capable vehicles. We provide lab space for the ISAT Fuel Diversification program and work closely with student projects. Currently, we are running a 5% bio-diesel and 10% ethanol based gasoline.

Vehicle Rates as of 09/01/2008

Vehicle Type Per Day Per Mile Cancel/
No Show
Sedan - Mid $24.00 $0.23 $24.00
Sedan - Full $29.00 $0.28 $29.00
Sedan - Hybrid $29.00 $0.28 $29.00
Van - Passenger 07 $30.00 $0.29 $30.00
Van - Passenger 12 $35.00 $0.55 $35.00
Van - Cargo $35.00 $0.55 $35.00
SUV - Full $35.00 $0.55 $35.00
Bus - Trip $150.00 $1.70 $150.00
Coach - Charter $500.00 $2.40 $500.00

List of main services:

  • Airport Shuttle Services - (B.W.I., Charlottesville, Dulles, Roanoke, Weyers Cave, etc.)
  • Campus Shuttle Services
  • Team Distance/Local Travel
  • Groups and Organizations Travel
  • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
  • Landscape Equipment Maintenance and Repair
  • Vehicle Purchasing
  • Chauffeur Services
  • Departmental Vehicle Cleaning
  • University Vehicle Fuel Management
  • Alternative Fuel Vehicle Program