School Van Driver-Hazleton SD

Rohrer Bus; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Insurance (elective)

401(k) Plan with company contributions

Job summary

Rohrer Bus, based in Duncannon, PA, seeks a School Van Driver to transport students safely to and from school, following routes and schedules with professional conduct.

You will conduct pre/post-trip safety checks, assist with boarding, manage passengers, and report incidents per district policy, while complying with DOT regulations and Rohrer Bus policies.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of satisfactory driving history.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Medical: ability to pass physical examinations and drug/alcohol screening.
• Comfortable using fleet and workforce technology systems such as Samsara and Dayforce.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and courteously following laws and policies.
• Follow routes and schedules to pick up and drop off students.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip safety checks of the vehicle.
• Maintain a safe, orderly environment inside the vehicle and enforce rules.
• Assist students boarding and exiting; secure wheelchairs as needed.
• Report delays, defects, or incidents to dispatch and management.
• Attend safety and training meetings and participate in drills.

Skills

Route navigation

Safety procedures

Passenger management

Communication

DOT regulations

Tech familiarity

Tools

Samsara GPS

Dayforce

Job description

Rohrer Bus, based in Duncannon, PA, has delivered school and commercial passenger transportation solutions for over a century. The School Van Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of students to and from school.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport students safely and courteously in accordance with all traffic laws, DOT regulations, and local policies.
• Route Navigation: Follow assigned routes and schedules to pick up and drop off students at designated stops.
• Vehicle Safety Inspections: Conduct pre-trip and post-trip safety checks of the vehicle, including lights, brakes, tires, and emergency exits.
• Passenger Management: Maintain a safe, orderly environment inside the vehicle. Enforce passenger safety rules and report behavioral issues to school administrators in writing per district policy.
• Loading & Unloading: Assist students in boarding and exiting the vehicle safely, including securing wheelchairs or other mobility devices as required.
• Incident Reporting: Immediately report any delays, mechanical defects, or accidents/incidents to dispatch and management.
• Attend all required safety and training meetings. Conduct Emergency Evacuation Drills per company and district policies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• License: Valid driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years of satisfactory driving history.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Medical: Ability to pass initial and routine physical examinations and drug/alcohol screening programs.
• Comfortable using or learning fleet and workforce technology systems such as Samsara (GPS/vehicle tracking) and Dayforce (scheduling/HR).

REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS

• Must be able to work without direct supervision and manage time effectively across assigned routes.
• Cooperate and communicate professionally and respectfully with school personnel, parents, and students.
• Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
• Keep vehicle organized and clean, including sweeping, dusting, and cleaning windows.
• Must be able to withstand varying indoor/outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures and adverse weather.
• Perform all job functions in the safest manner, adhering to Rohrer Bus policies and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Other specialized functions as required by contract.

BENEFITS

• Vision Insurance (elective)
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions

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This job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.