Safe School Van Driver – Student Transport

4 O School Services; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

4 O School Services in Maplewood, MN is seeking a school van driver to transport students safely on assigned routes, conduct pre-trip inspections, and enforce van rules while maintaining courteous communication with parents, staff, and dispatch.

The role requires strict adherence to state and district policies, proper use of safety equipment, evading hazards, and participation in regular training and background checks.

Qualifications

• Follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Flexible, friendly, and good at establishing quick rapport with students.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Maintain a timely schedule.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with students, staff, and/or parent information.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the van can be operated safely before driving and conducts pre-trip safety inspections.
• Accurately and quickly learn routes, local area, and road systems.
• Operates the vehicle safely on assigned routes, transporting only authorized students.
• Maintain time schedules and arrive on time while prioritizing safety.
• Communicate with dispatch, and parents, students, staff and co-workers while the van is in motion.
• Enforce van safety rules and manage student behavior during transit.
• Use safety equipment properly, including seat belts and restraints.
• Report incidents and accidents promptly and complete required reports.
• Conduct evacuation drills and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Keep the vehicle clean and fueled for each trip.

Skills

Follow directions

Relationship building

Customer rapport

Time management

Ethical conduct

Safety awareness

Job description

4 O School Services in Maplewood, MN is seeking a school van driver to transport students safely on assigned routes, conduct pre-trip inspections, and enforce van rules while maintaining courteous communication with parents, staff, and dispatch.

The role requires strict adherence to state and district policies, proper use of safety equipment, evading hazards, and participation in regular training and background checks.