Non CDL Driver

Student Transportation Of America; Jaffrey (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Student Transportation Of America is seeking a Non-CDL Transportation Specialist to operate a van or bus on designated routes, transporting school pupils and clients to and from locations.

You will perform daily safety inspections, help with route timing and reporting, and assist with pupil and client management under supervision of the Operations Manager or Dispatcher. STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• State-Required Driver's License must meet company standards on driving record.
• Current report of Driver Physical Examination.
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating assigned vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Drive a van or bus on designated routes, transporting pupils or clients.
• Perform pre- and post-trip safety inspections of the vehicle.
• Maintain route timing and submit required reports.
• Assist with pupil/client management and route planning under supervision.

Job description

A Non-CDL Transportation Specialist bus driver is a person who, under the supervision of a manager, supervisor, or dispatcher, operates a van or bus over designated routes transporting school pupils, or clients to and from school or other locations. In addition, a bus driver may transport clients on private charter trips. Bus drivers may work with loud and disruptive clients. Drivers will be transporting students with disabilities.

Duties:

• Drive a minivan daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading pupils or clients at designated locations and schools.
• Transport school pupils and teachers on school activity trips.
• Perform pre and post-trip safety inspections of the vehicle being driven to ensure it is in proper working order.
• Perform a child check immediately after each run.
• Maintain good order and discipline among school pupils or clients.
• Follow company policies regarding pupil/client management and relations with parents, teachers, guardians, medical practitioners, medical facilities, and the public in general.
• As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, verify route turn for turn sheets and note any route changes with written notes; may participate in daily or weekly route builds
• As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, make additional directional or landmark notations on bus route sheets to assist future new or substitute van drivers.
• As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, observe and track route timing, such as total time en-route; time between stops; loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency.
• Keep records and submit reports as required.
• Sweep, clean and refuel vehicles.
• Report all mechanical deficiencies promptly.
• Instruct students on safe riding classes and perform evacuation drills as directed.
• State-Required Driver's License must meet company standards on driving record
• Current report of Driver Physical Examination
• Demonstrated proficiency in the operation of assigned vehicles. May include extra equipment such as wheelchair lifts, special needs safety vests, under all road and weather conditions.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning military are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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