BYU-Idaho policy states that operators of all University motorized vehicles and equipment are required to have both:
- a current state/international driver’s license
- a BYU-Idaho Driving Permit
How to Obtain a BYU-Idaho Driving Permit
In order to operate any vehicle, the driver must complete the online Defensive Driving Course and carry a valid university permit (application form). This form needs to be completed and signed by your supervisor or department head.
Different vehicles may require additional testing or training.
Trucks, Minivans, Sedans
- Complete the Defensive Driving Course.
- Complete the driver's permit application form.
- Then bring your driver’s license and signed application form to Fleet Services.
12-Passenger Vans
- Complete the Defensive Driving Course.
- Complete the driver's permit application form.
- Complete a 30 minute, behind-the-wheel test. Contact Fleet Services at (208) 496-2561.
Behind-the-wheel tests are given Tuesday mornings and Wednesday afternoons. At that time, please bring your driver’s license and signed driver's permit application form.
Gators/Carts
- Complete the Defensive Driving Course.
- Complete the driver's permit application form.
- Complete a behind-the-wheel test. Request "training for gators" from the Risk Management Office (call 208-496-5604).
- Bring your driver’s license and driver's permit application form to Fleet Services (UO 229).
Defensive Driving Course Registration
If you are at-fault for a vehicle incident, you are required to complete an additional online driving course and watch a distracted driving video.
For us to register you for the online defensive driving course, email all of the following information to UOBSCFleetServices@byui.edu
- Name:
- BYU-Idaho I-Number:
- BYU-Idaho email address:
- Driver’s License Number:
- Driver’s License Expiration Date:
- Department Driving Vehicle for:
- churchofjesuschrist.org Username (MUST HAVE):
You will receive an email within 24 hours indicating that you have been given access to the online course.