Route Driver

Hayden School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayden School District RE-1 is seeking an Activity Small Vehicle Driver to safely transport students to athletic events, field trips, and other school functions using district-approved small vehicles. You will follow district policies, traffic laws, and safety procedures while maintaining passenger safety and positive conduct.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections, accurate trip records, and timely communication with staff regarding schedules, delays, or concerns.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Pass a criminal background check before hire.
• Possess CPR and First Aid certifications or be in training.
• Pass annual written and driving performance test.
• Submit to a Motor Vehicle Records check annually.
• Meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self Insurance Pool.

Responsibilities

• Transporting passengers in a safe and timely manner in all weather conditions.
• Observe safe driving practices.
• Educate passengers on rules and maintain positive student relations.
• Assist students with loading and unloading the vehicle.
• Maintain district regulations regarding student conduct and report issues as needed.
• Comply with state and district vehicle operation rules.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Submit repair requests and reports promptly.
• Clean vehicle after trips as required.
• Report unsafe routes or hazards to scheduler/Transportation Director.
• Provide trip details and scheduling information to dispatcher.
• Complete annual paperwork as required by state and district.

Skills

CPR certification

First aid certification

Background check clearance

Motor Vehicle Records check

Criminal background check

Pre-trip inspection

Safe driving

Excellent communication

Job description

The Activity Small Vehicle Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from athletic events, extracurricular activities, field trips, and other school-related functions using a district-approved small vehicle (such as a SUV or Minibus). This position ensures the safety and well-being of all passengers by following established transportation policies, traffic laws, and safety procedures.

The driver maintains accurate trip records, performs basic pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, and communicates promptly with school staff regarding schedules, delays, or concerns. This role requires a strong commitment to student safety, professionalism, and representing the district positively during all trips.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age
• Pass a criminal background check for before hire
• Possess current CPR and First aid certifications or be in training.
• Pass annual written and driving performance test
• Submit to a Motor Vehicle Records check annually.
• Meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self Insurance Pool

REPORTS TO:

• Director of Maintenance, Operations & Transportation

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transporting of passengers in a safe and timely manner in all weather conditions.
• Observe safe driving practices.
• Educate passengers on rules. Establish and maintain positive student relations.
• Assists students, as needed, in loading and unloading the bus.
• Maintain and enforce district regulations regarding student discipline. Controls noise level and settles student disputes. Monitors student riders for any medical problems. Communicates with the Transportation Director regarding student behavior that requires redirection. Student discipline referrals will be given to the Transportation Director, who will communicate with the appropriate Principal.
• Possess full knowledge of state laws regarding school activity trip operations, complies with all provisions of the Colorado Department of Transportation and all rules set forth by the Colorado Department of Education and Hayden Board of Education for the operation of school vehicles.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles in accordance with Colorado Department of Transportation and District guidelines. IE: Checking for passengers, windows and doors are secured, defects or vandalism after each route or activity.
• Complete and submit requests for items needing repair on designated form to the transportation director. Prepares and submits necessary reports and forms promptly, neatly and accurately.
• Clean vehicle (sweep, empty trash, and wash, if necessary) upon return of trip if before 10:00 p.m., returning after 10:00 p.m. is optional to be performed the next day.
• Reports all unsafe route conditions or hazards to the scheduler/dispatcher and /or Transportation Director.
• Verifies leave/departure times at beginning and throughout the year. Provides detailed information to the scheduler/dispatcher for upcoming trips and route taking.
• Completes annual paperwork required by the state and the district.

PERSONAL SKILLS:

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to a team working environment and collaborate with co-workers and supervisors to solve problems and create a positive work climate.
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate a school vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operating knowledge of basic maintenance and emergency equipment.
• Ability to interact and cooperate with the public in a cordial and helpful manner both in person and by telephone.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to relate to and understand children.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent Policies and building/department procedures.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the Transportation Director and/or dispatcher.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Length of Contract: As needed for Activity trips
• Length of Day: Per activity scheduled

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require bending, reaching, climbing, squatting
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to all weather conditions

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hayden School District RE-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.