Van Driver

Acquire4Hire; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K

Allstate Personalized Benefits

Phone commercial rates

Paid attendance training

Bonuses

Vacations

Incentive for Staff’s children

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Van Driver to safely transport children between the daycare center and designated schools in New York. You will follow safety policies, licensing regulations, and center procedures to protect each child during transport.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and CPR/First Aid certification. Prior experience with children is preferred, and you will communicate with parents and staff while ensuring timely, organized pickups and drop-offs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old per state regulations.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Background check, driving record check, and drug screening required.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport children between the daycare center and designated schools according to the daily schedule.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in safe operating condition.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and center transportation policies.
• Maintain accurate attendance logs for children during pick-up and drop-off.
• Assist children in and out of the van, ensuring seatbelts are properly fastened and all children are safely secured.
• Communicate professionally with parents, school staff, and daycare staff regarding transportation matters.
• Keep the van clean, organized, and stocked with necessary safety supplies (first aid kit, emergency contact list, etc.).
• Report any vehicle issues, incidents, or delays immediately to the Center Director.
• Support classroom staff as needed when not driving (optional based on center needs)

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clean driving record

Experience with children

CPR & First Aid

Job description

About This Role The Van Driver is responsible for safely transporting children to and from school and the childcare center in a timely and professional manner. This role requires strict adherence to safety policies, licensing regulations, and center procedures to ensure each child’s wellbeing during transport.

About This Role The Van Driver is responsible for safely transporting children to and from school and the childcare center in a timely and professional manner. This role requires strict adherence to safety policies, licensing regulations, and center procedures to ensure each child’s wellbeing during transport.

What You'll Do

• Safely transport children between the daycare center and designated schools according to the daily schedule.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in safe operating condition.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and center transportation policies.
• Maintain accurate attendance logs for children during pick-up and drop-off.
• Assist children in and out of the van, ensuring seatbelts are properly fastened and all children are safely secured.
• Communicate professionally with parents, school staff, and daycare staff regarding transportation matters.
• Keep the van clean, organized, and stocked with necessary safety supplies (first aid kit, emergency contact list, etc.).
• Report any vehicle issues, incidents, or delays immediately to the Center Director.
• Support classroom staff as needed when not driving (optional based on center needs)

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age (or as required by state regulations).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check, driving record check, and drug screening.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Nice To Haves

• CDA

Benefits

• Incentive for Staff’s children
• 401 K
• Allstate Personalized Benefits
• Phone commercial rates
• Paid attendance training
• Bonuses
• Vacations