Van Driver

Derby Public Schools; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Public Schools in Kansas seeks a Transportation Driver to operate district vans on designated routes, ensuring student safety and punctuality.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Kansas driver’s license, with the ability to follow safety rules, pass a DOT physical, and adhere to district policies. Reports to the Transportation/Supply Supervisor and includes daily vehicle checks and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Kansas driver's license required.
• Must follow all safety rules and practices.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Pass DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and a positive environment among students in the vehicle.
• Attend all monthly safety meetings.
• Ensure students are safe and secure in the vehicle, using equipment as required.
• Supervise student conduct during transport to assure safe vehicle operation.
• Refuel and perform safety checks and inspections on vans.
• Complete trip records, daily vehicle reports and vehicle inspection reports.
• Review route changes, passenger changes, challenges, safety hazards or incidents with supervisor or designee as needed for recommended actions.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance to fully meet work responsibilities.
• Complete daily vehicle reports and vehicle inspection reports.
• Relate to students in a warm and caring manner.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the transportation supervisor or administrative staff.

Skills

Defensive driving

First aid

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Kansas driver’s license

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13642156
Drive a district van through designated routes according to
established time schedules; pick-up and drop-off regular and/or
special needs students at designated stops.
Responsible to: Transportation/Supply Supervisor
Range: Transportation/Supply Hourly Rate Schedule, Level 3
Classification of Employment: Non-Exempt
Date: September 2024

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Kansas drivers license.
• Must be able to follow all safety rules and practices.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Pass DOT physical.

Essential Functions:

• Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
• Ability to administer first aid.
• Ability to complete basic record-keeping procedures.
• Use good interpersonal skills and the ability to use tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to use safe and defensive driving practices and properly operate school vehicles.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.
• Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach and/or lift.
• Requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain order and a positive environment among students in the vehicle.
• Attend all monthly safety meetings
• Ensure students are safe and secure in the vehicle, using equipment as required.
• Supervise student conduct during transport to assure safe vehicle operation.
• Refuel and perform safety checks and inspections on vans.
• Complete trip records, daily vehicle reports and vehicle inspection reports.
• Review route changes, passenger changes, challenges, safety hazards or incidents with supervisor or designee as needed for recommended actions.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance to fully meet work responsibilities.
• Complete daily vehicle reports and vehicle inspection reports.
• Relate to students in a warm and caring manner.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the transportation supervisor or administrative staff.

Which Are Consistent With The General Requirements And Qualifications for the position