Van Driver

Van Driver JobIncumbents are responsible for operating school vans in a manner that transports students safely and in accordance with scheduled routes. Performs vehicle pre-trip inspections, fueling, and minor vehicle maintenance to assure student/public safety and to protect district assets.Qualifications:High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) PreferredPrior driving experience preferredValid Arizona Driver's license without infractionsAbility to read and write in order to communicate and receive instruction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the jobCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid CertificationPerformance Responsibilities:Drives a school van on assigned daily routes and on field tripsReports unruly student activities, loitering and vandalism, safety, sanitary and fire hazards to the Transportation DepartmentCleans, washes and fuels District vanPerforms pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspectionsMaintains mileage records and daily logsReviews assigned van routes; notifies office of inconsistencies or needed changesTransports students daily as assignedDocuments discipline problems and writes bus referral reportsMay require driving duties outside city limitsKnowledge and ability to comply with safety proceduresSubmits to annual and random drug and alcohol testingSubmits to annual Department of Transportation approved physicalPerforms physical agility testing as requiredPositions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 130 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Subjected to odors, chemicals, blood and other body fluids, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, intense noises, and travel.Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies and proceduresKnowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and proceduresState and local law pertaining to school van operationCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid CertificationPrinciples and practices of safe school vehicle operationKnowledge of school routesUsing equipment such as first aid kits, hand-held radios, mops, thermometers, disinfectant machines, and other related itemsCommunication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction in EnglishMake decisions in a variety of situations regarding priorities and effectively handling emergenciesTerms of Employment:Reports To: Director of TransportationLocation: Transportation DepartmentCalendar: 10-monthJob Category: ClassifiedBeginning Salary: ESP Salary Schedule A. As approved by the Governing BoardBenefits: As approved by the Governing BoardFLSA Status: Non-ExemptDeadline for Application: Until filled