Van Driver

Board of Education of the Streetsboro City School District; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 7,748,000 - 11,364,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a qualified transportation operator responsible for safely transporting students. The role includes operating a district van, performing inspections, managing student behavior, and complying with all safety regulations. Ideal candidates should possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and be able to obtain the necessary endorsements. Applicants must demonstrate strong communication skills and professionalism. This position requires working in varying weather conditions and potential interactions with students and community members.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license with Van Certification.
• Able to obtain CDL with P & S endorsements within 6-12 months.
• Comply with the Board's drug and alcohol policies.
• Meets all requirements and qualifications outlined in the Ohio Revised Code.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with the Board’s drug and alcohol policies.

Responsibilities

• Operates District school van safely and in accordance with regulations.
• Completes inspections of the van to ensure safety.
• Manages student behavior and reports incidents.
• Oversees student behavior and reports any student misconduct to the appropriate staff.
• Assists students entering and exiting the van, as needed.
• Provides passengers with medical or health care, as necessary.
• Completes all trips in accordance with the predetermined routes and time schedule.
• Complies with all traffic laws.
• Reports instances of suspected child abuse and/or neglect to law enforcement.
• Participates in professional growth activities including health and safety training.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Performs other functions as assigned.

Skills

Valid Ohio driver’s license with Van Certification

Ability to obtain CDL with P & S endorsements

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Criminal background clear

Drug/alcohol policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Purpose

Operates district van in a manner that ensures students are safely transported to and from their destinations.

Supervisor

Transportation Supervisor

Approximate Start Date

ASAP

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with Van Certification (will train).
• Obtain CDL with P & S endorsements within 6-12 months (will train).
• Equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Meets all requirements and qualifications outlined in the Ohio Revised Code.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with the Board’s drug and alcohol policies.

Essential Functions

The following essential functions represent the fundamental job duties of the employment position. If, through reasonable accommodation, a disabled person can substantially perform the essential functions of the job, such accommodation may be made.

• Operates District school van in accordance with all rules and regulations.
• Completes inspections of the van to ensure all equipment is present and working properly.
• Maintains the security and confidentiality of all privileged information.
• Oversees student behavior and reports any student misconduct to the appropriate staff.
• Assists students entering and exiting the van, as needed.
• Provides passengers with medical or health care, as necessary.
• Completes all trips in accordance with the predetermined routes and time schedule.
• Complies with all traffic laws.
• Reports instances of suspected child abuse and/or neglect to law enforcement.
• Participates in professional growth activities including health and safety training.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Performs other functions as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Intervenes to resolve conflicts and manage discipline.
• Communicates information quickly and accurately, and delivers effective responses.
• Effectively communicates with staff, students and parents.
• Maintains a satisfactory attendance record and exhibits punctuality.
• Ability to assist students with mobility devices.
• Demonstrates professionalism in all forms of communication and interactions.

Working Conditions

• Physically moving supplies and equipment.
• Operating or traveling as a passenger in a motor vehicle.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions and temperature changes.
• Physical ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Working beyond regularly-scheduled business hours and on weekends.
• Exposure to vapors from cleaning solvents and personal hygiene products.
• Exposure to risk of contact with communicable diseases and blood-borne pathogens.
• Interaction with disorderly and potentially hostile students and members of the community.

Streetsboro City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Streetsboro City Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.