Job Description

 

JOB CLASS:  Substitute School Van Driver (no CDL required)

 

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

 

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Substitute school van drivers transport students to and from school, as well as, to and from special events such as field trips. School van drivers are responsible for keeping to a specific route schedule while keeping passenger safety the highest priority.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Following the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops
• Being alert to traffic and weather conditions to ensure passenger safety
•  Regularly checking vehicle safety through pre-trip and post trip inspections and consistent monitoring of vehicle condition while driving
• Monthly reporting of fuel consumption and mileage
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency situations
• Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies
• Enforcing conduct and safety rules on the van
• Maintaining a clean vehicle, including a weekly washing, sweeping, and dusting
• Other duties assigned by Transportation Director

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED
• Excellent driving skills
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass physical and drug test
• Must obtain required clearances
• Experience working with children preferred
• Patience
• Excellent communication skills

NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications associated with this job.