Van Driver

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking a Van Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for students across Montgomery County, PA. The role supports the Office of Business Services and is based in Norristown, PA.

Requirements include High School diploma or GED, a PA Driver's License, and a clean MVR with three years of professional driving experience. Part-time or full-time schedules with a starting hourly rate of $24.04.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license required.
• Three years of professional driving experience with clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school van safely and in compliance with Federal and State DOT regulations.
• Follow safety regulations and traffic laws while transporting students.
• Maintain student order and discipline per MCIU guidelines.
• Map efficient routes and perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and coordinate routes as needed.
• Assist students with entry/exit and wheelchair/seat safety; report incidents.

Skills

Valid PA Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

PA Driver's License

Job description

A vacancy exists for a part‑time or full‑time Van Driver to work within the Office of Business Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. The Van Driver will provide safe and efficient transportation for students on routes as directed throughout Montgomery County, PA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid PA Drivers' License
• Three (3) years of professional driving experience and a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Able to operate a van and drive all posted routes, as well as perform all physical duties and carry out other responsibilities as assigned
• Complies with MCIU drug and alcohol policy and random drug-testing program.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include operating a school van in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with all Federal and State DOT regulations
• Follow safety regulations and traffic laws
• Maintain student order and discipline in accordance with MCIU guidelines and policies
• Maps out the most efficient routes for each student using GPS
• Perform all pre and post trip vehicle inspections
• Follow routes as directed by Program Administrator Operations
• Maintain route log and complete monthly mileage logs
• Complete transportation access logs
• Communicate with student's parent/guardian about assigned route
• Keep van clean and fueled
• Communicate repair needs to transportation office when needed
• Assist children in and out of the van and their securements, proper utilization of equipment (e.g. car seats, etc.), and/or handling/securing wheelchairs
• Maintain professional interactions with all stakeholders
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports
• Assists when called upon with any emergency
• Attends all required training as assigned by the Supervisor
• Immediately notifies Supervisor of any traffic violations incurred while employed
• Clerical tasks including, but not limited to, data entry, processing and filing paperwork, preparing documents, and updating reports. Coordinate and manage routes as needed.
• Present a positive image of the Intermediate Unit, its programs and services.
• Provide additional student and/or classroom support as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Administrator.

Location:

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is located at 2 West Lafayette Street, Norristown, PA 19401. This position requires travel to locations throughout Montgomery County, PA.

Work Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 194 days/year, Part‑Time or Full‑Time

Part‑time schedule: 4‑6 hours/day (morning, mid‑day, and afternoon routes)

Full‑time schedule: 7.5 hours/day (full‑time Van Drivers may be required to spend a portion of their day in a classroom, supporting our student facing programs)

Hourly Rate

Starting at $24.04/hour

About Us

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Key Words

School Transportation

School District

Montgomery County