Van Driver

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT; Waterboro (ME); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Van Driver to operate a school van safely on a daily basis, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure secure transport of students to authorized stops. The position supports the Director of Transportation and aligns with the district's student safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Maine State Operator's License for at least two years, plus strong communication with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid State of Maine Operator's License for minimum two years required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, community, and school personnel.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate school van on a daily basis
• Check van before each operation for mechanical defects and report any defects utilizing daily inspection form
• Clean assigned van inside daily and wash inside and outside monthly or sooner if appropriate
• Discharge students only at authorized stops
• Enforce rules governing student conduct on vans and utilize district's formal discipline procedure when appropriate
• Report any damage to the vehicle to Transportation Director
• File accident report as necessary
• Utilize safe driving practices in accordance with State law
• Refer all requests from parents concerning transportation changes to the Director of Transportation
• Assist in inter-school delivery of mail, and supplies
• Ensure that the van is empty and secured whenever the van is unattended. Periodically check the van for security
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

Skills

High school diploma

Maine Driver's License

Communication skills

Job description

• High School diploma or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Hold a valid State of Maine Operators License for a minimum of two years (required)
• To communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, community, and school personnel

Regional School Unit 57

Title

Van Driver

Qualifications

• High School diploma or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
• Hold a valid State of Maine Operators License for a minimum of two years (required)
• To communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, community, and school personnel

Reports to

Director of Transportation

Job Goal

• Safe operation, maintenance and routing of the assigned school van on a day-to-day basis.

Performance Responsibilities

• Safely operate school van on a daily basis
• Check van before each operation for mechanical defects and report any defects utilizing daily inspection form
• Clean assigned van inside daily and wash inside and outside monthly or sooner if appropriate
• Discharge students only at authorized stops
• Enforce rules governing student conduct on vans and utilize district's formal discipline procedure when appropriate
• Report any damage to the vehicle to Transportation Director
• File accident report as necessary
• Utilize safe driving practices in accordance with State law
• Refer all requests from parents concerning transportation changes to the Director of Transportation
• Assist in inter-school delivery of mail, and supplies
• Ensure that the van is empty and secured whenever the van is unattended. Periodically check the van for security
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (ranging from 25-75 lbs depending on student size), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks that may be required from time to time.

Terms of Employment:

Hourly, work year (176 days) and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57 School Board.

Hourly Rate:

$19.40$23.17 per hour

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.

Note:

The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RSU 57 is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in compliance with state and federal laws.