Cross-Train Driver: School & Community Transport Pro

Easterseals NH & VT; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life & disability insurance

PTO accrual from day one

Holidays

Job summary

Easterseals NH & VT in Manchester, NH, is seeking an Interdisciplinary Driver who can operate school buses, vans, and community transportation vehicles. This role offers cross-training to support transportation needs throughout the year and may include school routes, community routes, field trips, and special assignments.

The position is full-time during the school year with shifts arranged around morning and afternoon routes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required licenses, endorsements, and certifications as required for the job.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children, families, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and community members.
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete required training in passenger assistance, student management, safety procedures, and emergency response.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on transportation needs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate school buses, vans, shuttle buses, and other assigned vehicles.
• Transport students to and from school, educational programs, extracurricular activities, and field trips.
• Transport community members, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and program participants to appointments, employment, community activities, and other destinations.
• Complete all required cross-training and maintain qualifications for both school transportation and community transportation assignments.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal, and organizational transportation regulations.
• Maintain a safe driving record and remain within organizational motor vehicle program guidelines.
• Provide assistance to passengers entering, exiting, and securing themselves within the vehicle when appropriate.
• Safely operate wheelchair lifts, tie-down systems, child restraint systems, and other adaptive equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate route logs, pre- and post- trip inspection reports, mileage records, and incident documentation.
• Respond appropriately to accidents, emergencies, medical situations, and vehicle breakdowns.
• Support transportation operations by covering routes, driving substitute assignments, and assisting with special transportation needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of passenger information in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of transportation operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Certification

Job description

Easterseals NH & VT in Manchester, NH, is seeking an Interdisciplinary Driver who can operate school buses, vans, and community transportation vehicles. This role offers cross-training to support transportation needs throughout the year and may include school routes, community routes, field trips, and special assignments.

The position is full-time during the school year with shifts arranged around morning and afternoon routes.