Driver- Non-CDL

Maize USD 266; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

KPERS retirement

Job summary

Maize USD 266 in Kansas is seeking responsible adults to drive a van or mini-bus (non-CDL). CDL not required. Primarily transports students to and from school and on excursions.

Emphasis on safety, vehicle inspections, cleanliness, loading/unloading, and maintaining safe behavior; responds to emergencies and communicates with parents. Successful candidates must pass background checks, have a valid Kansas driver’s license, TB test, and standard training certificates; part-time or full-time hours

Qualifications

• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Current TB test required.
• Experience operating a motor vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive a van or mini-bus (non-CDL) to transport students.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.
• Organize pupil information for route maps.
• Communicate pick-up/drop-off details with guardians.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and discipline.
• Provide basic first aid when needed.
• Complete incident reports and required documentation.
• Attend required trainings and meet state certificate requirements.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication with parents

Driver vehicle inspections

Time management

Education

Kansas driver license

Job description

• Title* **Driver - Non-CDL**
• Posting ID* **4890**
• Description*Help us get our students there safely. We are seeking responsible adults to drive a van or mini-bus, CDL not required. These vehicles are used to transport students to and from school as well as extra excursions. Safety and wellbeing are our main priority. Drivers also complete inspections, light maintenance and cleaning of the vehicle.

A Day In The Life

• Safety first! Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. Fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior/interior conditions, mirrors, brake systems, lights, wheel chair lift, etc.) to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle and compliance
• Organize pupil information in order to produce and update route maps of assigned students
• Communicate directly with parents/guardians for the purpose of meeting students needs and providing information (e.g. Pick-up and drop-off times, locations, any physical/medical requirements, parents concerns, etc.)
• Clean assigned vehicle, both interior and exterior, for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of the vehicle
• Direct the orderly loading and unloading of students to avoid injuries
• Monitor students and other passengers during transit including advising of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established rules and maintaining passenger safety
• Provides emergency first aid and/or CPR as necessary
• Complete and submit reports of incidents, complaints, accidents, potential emergency situations, and passenger misconduct to appropriate personnel
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills to ensure efficiency of procedures and compliance
• Operate a two-way radio to communicating with the district office(s)
• Prepare reports (e.g. driving time, mileage, safety inspections, pupil count, etc.)
• Attend meetings to maintain skills and meet certificate requirements as required by the district and state
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with district, state and federal laws
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the transportation department

Successful Candidates

• Pass a background check and drug test
• Have a current TB test
• Maintain
• a valid Kansas drivers license
• Medic First Aid Training Certificate
• AAA Defensive Driving Certificate
• Physical/Medical Examination Certificate
• Have multi-year experience operating a motor vehicle
• Can drive during darkness (early mornings and evenings required)
• Can work in extreme weather
• Can spend the majority of their time sitting There will be some lifting, carrying, stooping and kneeling
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality

What's in it for you:

• Part-time or full-time hours with full-time benefits
• Benefits including health coverage (subsidized), dental, vision, life insurance and others
• You only work when school is in session! Some summer hours may be available
• KPERS retirement
• A positive and hardworking team experience