Operations Truck Driver - Part Time

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools is hiring an Operations Truck Driver - Part Time at the Service Center in Omaha, NE. The role involves transporting supplies, equipment, mail, and food to schools and other sites. Schedule is 5.5 hours daily, Monday–Friday, 6:30am–12:00pm.

CDL-B required; CDL and Health Department Card preferred for insurability and compliance. Starting immediately, the position is classified as part-time non-exempt with a salary around $27 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
• CDL-Class B.
• Health Department Card issued by the Douglas County Health Department.
• Meets insurability requirements of OPS carrier.
• Ability to follow, give and receive job-related instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret visual displays.
• Physical ability to lift and move objects (50–100 pounds).
• Ability to interact courteously with staff, customers, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Route planning to ensure timely deliveries while following traffic regulations.
• Perform pre/post trip vehicle inspections and report issues.
• Load and unload cargo, secure loads as required.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance forms and communicate with dispatcher.
• Provide excellent service during deliveries and pick-ups.

Job description

Operations Truck Driver - Part Time

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953142

Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Operations Truck Driver - Part Time

Location: Omaha Public Schools Service Center, 4041 N. 72nd Street

Reports To: Executive Director - Supply Chain

Work Schedule: 5.5 Hours per day, Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 12 noon

Salary Schedule: This is a part-time non-negotiated position. Salary grade 33R

Position: The Operations Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of various supplies, equipment, mail, and food to schools and other locations.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Route Planning: Plan and follow efficient routes to ensure timely deliveries while adhering to traffic regulations.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct regular pre and post operation inspections of the vehicle, perform basic maintenance tasks, and report any vehicle and mechanical issues to maintenance personnel and dispatcher.
• Loading and unloading: Checks deliveries for accuracy and completeness. Load and unload cargo ensuring it is secured properly for transport. Cargo is palletized, banded, shrink-wrapped, or secured as appropriate to prevent damage and properly maintain load.
• Record Keeping and Communication: Maintain vehicle maintenance inspection forms weekly and as required. Maintain documentation and communication to dispatcher for all deliveries. Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements and communicates to dispatcher.
• Customer Interaction: Maintain a positive attitude with customers and provide excellent service during deliveries and pick-ups.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position requires the ability to use liftgates, forklifts, manual and powered pallet jacks, and other delivery equipment.

Travel: Local travel will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift, move and reposition objects and materials- frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty to one hundred (50-100) pounds.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A high school diploma or equivalencyrequired.
• A valid State Driver’s License and a safe driving record required.
• CDL-Class B, required.
• Operations drivers are required to hold a valid Health Department Card issued by the Douglas County Health Department - training and testing are provided.
• Meets insurability requirements of the School District Carrier.
• Ability to give and receive job-related instructions.
• Ability to receive and process verbal information, and to respond to non-verbal sounds.
• Ability to read and interpret visual displays.
• Body mobility which allows the worker to stand, walk, climb, stoop, maintain balance, and physically handle objects and materials.
• Ability to engage in heavy physical activities (exert force equal to lifting 50 to 100 pounds).
• Willingness and ability to interact courteously with building personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a classified part-time non-exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining "Highly Qualified status," etc.), as identified.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $27 to $27 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3215 Cuming Street
• Omaha, Nebraska 68131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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