Transportation: Van Driver AM​/PM Route

Job Description

Position: Van Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Description: We are looking for someone who enjoys working with students and driving.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Obtain and maintain a minimum of a valid Class D3 Chauffeur's license
• Pass pre-employment and subsequent driving history checks
• Pass pre-employment and periodic background history checks
• Pass a pre-employment substance abuse screening
• Pass all random alcohol and/or drug tests
• Pass all reasonable suspicion alcohol and/or drug tests
• Work well with others, including all personality types
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of, or ability to navigate, Marion and surrounding areas
• Have and use effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effectively manage student behavior
• Accept and implement coaching and training

Job Summary:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Effectively and appropriately manage student behaviors.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude and build rapport with students, peers, supervisors, parents, school personnel, and the community.
• Use effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Present self in a professional manner including attire and being alert and attentive.
• Successfully complete all required trainings, meetings, classes and professional development.
• Work together as a team to keep interior and exterior of vehicle clean, safe and presentable.
• Quickly and safely evacuate vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Check student roster to ensure proper ridership.
• Maintain current knowledge of all student requirements, such as medical protocols, IEPs, etc., and respond appropriately to events by following written protocols.
• While students are exiting, check vehicle for remaining/lost students, items, etc.
• Properly secure students in required safety equipment and restraints (i.e., booster seats, wheelchairs, harnesses, etc.).
• Safely assist non-ambulatory students into and out of the vehicle.
• Accurately complete reports and paperwork in a timely manner. Including vehicle maintenance requests, student behavior referrals, timecards, directions, etc.
• Abide by federal law, state law, and district policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Utilize technology when required.
• Consistently perform thorough and accurate pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Immediately report accidents.
• Ensure vehicle is properly fueled according to department policy.
• Prepare vehicle for student transport including inclement weather, harnesses, booster seats, etc.
• Safely and appropriately operate various types of vehicles and equipment including radios, and emergency equipment.
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Report all moving violations to the Transportation Manager, including any received while on or off the clock.
• Clean van as designated by department procedures.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing temperatures including extreme heat and cold.
• Direct contact with the public, students, and other district staff.
• May be exposed to heights, loud noises, fumes, dust, and other odors.
• May be subject to tight deadlines and continuously changing priorities and interruptions.
• Work with moving vehicles, motorized wheelchair lifts and other equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
• Entering and exiting vehicles regularly.
• Descend from back door of vehicle in emergencies onto uncertain surfaces.
• Repeatedly lifting and carrying students or object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet.
• Repeatedly pushing and pulling wheelchairs/objects(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet.
• Continuous use of hands, fingers, and wrists repetitively.
• Using both hands and legs simultaneously.
• Repeated stooping, bending, and kneeling.
• Occasional pushing, pulling and maintaining balance.
• Rapid mental/muscular coordination.
• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner.
• Accurate depth perception.
• Clarity of vision at varying distances to see small details.
• Operate mobile motorized equipment.
• Drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Hazards:

• Possible contact with blood borne pathogens and/or bodily fluids.
• Contact with chemicals used for cleaning buses.

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer. Inquiries regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmative action may be directed to the district's coordinators as described in the original posting.

Job : 5569019

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Transportation

• Sara Cox
• 777 S 15th St
• Marion, Iowa 52302
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