School Van Driver - Olathe

Assisted Student Transportation; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Weekly pay

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Assisted Student Transportation is looking for a Transportation Specialist in Olathe, KS. This part-time position involves safely transporting students to and from school and activities. We offer flexible schedules, paid training, and a competitive pay rate of $17–$19 per hour.

The ideal candidate is dependable and caring, with a valid driver's license and a desire to make a difference in the community. Enjoy the benefits of no weekends or major holidays, and a fulfilling job with students.

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of professional driving experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with proper class and endorsements.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Pass DOT Physical Exam, Drug Screen, and TB Test.
• Clear Criminal Background Checks.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and other outings.
• Assist students in and out of the vehicle.
• Load, unload, and secure students in the vehicle.
• Complete daily driving logs and vehicle inspections accurately.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance issues.
• Comply with company guidelines and traffic laws.

Skills

Dependability

Caring attitude

Driving experience

Job description

Job Details

Location: Olathe, KS 66061. Position Type: Part Time. Salary: $17.00–$19.00 per hour. Category: Transportation.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Flexible schedules – choose part‑time or full‑time hours
• No weekends or major holidays – enjoy your time off
• Paid training – we’ll set you up for success
• Weekly pay – steady, reliable income
• Small passenger groups – typically 3–6 students per vehicle
• Competitive pay – earn $17–$19 per hour
• Great benefits – vision, dental, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• Make an impact – provide a vital service to your community every day

If you’re dependable, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!

Position Description

The Transportation Specialist provides specialized transportation services for students requiring transportation in the Olathe School District. The primary responsibility of this position is to safely transport students to and from school, work, and other activities.

Employment Requirements

• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• Minimum of one‑year professional driving experience preferred but not required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper class and endorsements.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record as evidenced on MVR.
• Pass a company‑sponsored DOT Physical Exam, Drug Screen, and TB Test.
• Pass Criminal Background Checks.
• Pass Defensive Driving, CPR and First Aid certification.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely transport students to and from school and other outings as required.
• Assist students in and out of the vehicle.
• Load, unload and secure students.
• Escort students, if required, to their destination location.
• Complete daily driving logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports accurately and timely.
• Maintain the vehicle by keeping it clean, fueled and reporting maintenance issues immediately.
• Utilize company‑provided electronics per company guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate communication and interaction with internal and external contacts.
• Comply with company guidelines and traffic law.
• Perform all job functions in a professional and reliable manner.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested.

Demands of the Job

• Able to work in all types of conditions (day, darkness, rain, snow, heat, cold).
• Works alone, with, and around others.
• Minimal lifting, walking and stepping up and down into/from a van.
• Hearing, listening, seeing, and speaking clearly.
• Use hands, fingers, and feet.
• Competent reading and legible writing.
• Analyzing, problem solving, using good judgement and decision‑making.

Benefits

• Enjoy working with children of all ages.
• Provide a valuable service to the community.
• Part‑time and full‑time hours.
• Flexible schedules.
• No weekends, holidays and major holidays.
• Average 3–6 students per vehicle.
• Paid training.
• Weekly pay.
• $17–$19 per hour.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for employee referral bonuses.