Van Driver

Buchanan Community Schools; Buchanan Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan Community Schools is seeking a Van Driver to transport students on scheduled routes in Michigan. Safety and punctuality are the top priorities, following traffic laws and district rules.

The role includes pre-trip and post-trip checks and routine vehicle housekeeping while delivering reliable student transportation. Routes vary from 4 to 6 hours per day, with occasional additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing of basic words and sentences; basic math, dates and times.
• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Michigan Chauffeur Driver’s License and ability to pass license/criminal checks.

Responsibilities

• Drive assigned students to and from schools on schedule.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Maintain safety and compliance with traffic laws and district policies.
• Attend trainings and complete required reports and paperwork.
• Maintain regular attendance and communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Reading ability

Written communication

Numerical skills

Relationship building

Map reading

State tests knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Michigan Chauffeur Driver’s License

Criminal record check clearance

Job description

Buchanan Community Schools is welcoming applicants for a Van Driver. The district seeks a qualified individual to drive a school van to transport students over specified routes according to time schedules while complying with traffic regulations.

Other duties appropriate to the position may be assigned

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Drive assigned students, making safety and efficiency your number-one priority
• Driving students to and from schools on schedule in all weather conditions
• Driving a van on a specific route and making safety a priority by following traffic laws
• Complete Pre-trip and post-trip checks, report any issues on a service request form, and submit to the supervisor
• Comply with all traffic ordinances
• Report accidents, and work or pupil injuries to the designated person(s)
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as directed
• Perform van housekeeping duties, which include inside and outside cleanliness
• Fuel vehicles as needed
• Prepare and submit all written reports required on a timely basis
• Attend workshops and training sessions as required
• Maintain knowledge of State and District rules and regulations concerning the transportation of students
• Assist in the establishment and adjustment of van routes
• Routes vary from 4 to 6 hours per day
• Displays tact and courtesy when dealing with students, staff, and others
• Maintains regular, reliable and punctual attendance
• Any other duties or responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the administration
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment in the District

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises students while transporting them

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Valid Michigan Chauffeur Driver’s License
  • Ability to pass driver’s license check and criminal record check, as required by the State of Michigan
• Language Skills
  • Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between a series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to add and subtract two to six-digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10’s and 100’s.
• Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems.
• Other Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; to read and understand maps, pass the State Skill Test, and State Written Test; to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand; will frequently bend or twist at the neck and hips more than an average person; frequently repeats the same hand, arm, or finger potion; uses hand strength to grasp tools and in continuously driving on the job. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. The employee will frequently drive while performing the duties of this job.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces; must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and coworkers; has the direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of others. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard.

Position Details

• Title: Van Driver
• Reports to: Jennifer Templeton, Transportation Supervisor
• Starting date: 2026-27 School Year
• Calendar: Up to 186 Days
• Compensation:$16.70/hr.
• Posting date: October 9, 2026
• Application deadline: Until filled

BUCHANAN BOARD OF EDUCATION

STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL LAW

Buchanan Community Schools complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of the Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender/sex, height, weight, marital status, or disability shall be subjected to discrimination in any program, service, or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Compliance Officers for Affit ive Action and review of Federal requirements are as follows: Section 504 and ADA; Callie Campbell (Director of Special Education, 695-8442), Title IX and Title VI; Brian Pruett (Buchanan High School Principal, 695-8404) and Shelby Beasley (Buchanan Middle School Principal, 695-8406)