Van Driver (69052)

Volunteers of America Western Washington; Arkansas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Competitive compensation

Holidays: 8 paid + 2 floating

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Plan matching

Professional Development

Job summary

Volunteers of America Western Washington is seeking a full-time van driver for the Monroe ECEAP program in Monroe, WA. The role involves safe daily transportation of preschool children and occasional parent transport, with a focus on safety and routine vehicle maintenance.

Qualified applicants will hold a valid WA driver’s license with a clean record and CPR/first aid certifications. The position requires teamwork, good communication with families, and compliance with all regulations.

Qualifications

• Current WA State driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Current infant, child, adult CPR and first aid certification.
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Openness to developing positive, trusting relationships with families.
• Must pass and maintain an acceptable background check record.
• ECEAP drivers may be required to work a split shift and during the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Safe driving of vehicle to and from school and during evening activities.
• Oversees the care and maintenance of the van, maintaining all records.
• Courier of oral and written communications from preschool to parent and back.
• Maintains a safe and cheerful learning environment for the children riding on the van.
• Follows the Washington Child Restraint Law.
• Documents daily vehicle safety checks.
• Documents regular schedule of vehicle safety inspections.
• Ensures signed medical releases and emergency contact forms are accessible.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Education

High School

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Monroe ECEAP - Monroe, WA 98272

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $20.66 - $22.83 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

About VOAWW

Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non-profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives that allow us to better serve and uplift our community - and each other.

Benefits (Full time)

• Vacation and Sick Time: Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hours
• Competitive compensation
• Holidays: 8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent care
• Free Employee Assistance program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan matching
• Professional Development opportunities

General Function

The van driver is responsible for the care and maintenance of the Volunteers of America ECEAP van and for safely picking-up and delivering children during the scheduled days of school, as well as the periodic transportation of parents who may be visiting the Volunteers of America ECEAP program or attending a school-wide event or activity.

Principal Activities

• Safe driving of vehicle to and from school and during evening activities.
• Oversees the care and maintenance of the van, maintaining all records.
• Courier of oral and written communications from preschool to parent, and parent to preschool.
• Maintains a safe and cheerful learning environment for the children riding on the van.
• Follows the Washington Child Restraint Law (RCW 46.61.687 and 46.61.688).
• Documents daily vehicle safety checks.
• Documents regular schedule of vehicle safety inspections.
• Ensures that signed medical releases and emergency contact forms for each child are readily accessible in case of injury during transportation.
• Maintains first aid and emergency/disaster supplies located on the van.
• Ensures that one-way transportation time for children does not exceed one hour, except in rural or remote areas.
• Develops the van route prior to the first day of preschool, updating it as needed or when a child withdraws or a new child enrolls, being cognizant of efficiency and the length of the route.
• Supervises, orients and trains assistant teachers and family support specialists who may serve as a van assistant.
• Works with family support specialists and families to ensure children ride safely.
• In some cases, ECEAP drivers may work in the preschool during the hours they are not driving the van. Their responsibilities are determined by the needs of the preschool, staff, and program and governed by the budget.
• Attends all site-based, county and agency required meetings and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current WA State driver’s license with safe driving record
• Current infant, child, adult CPR and first aid certification
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Effective oral communication skills
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Openness to developing positive, trusting, working relationships with families.
• Some knowledge of the ages and stages of child growth, development and learning as well as early childhood education
• Enjoys being with children and ability to crate a positive and nurturing environment for them. Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
• Ability to pass and maintain an acceptable background check record
• ECEAP drivers may be required to work a split shift and work during the academic school year.

All employees are required to obtain the following within 90 days of employment:

• Current infant, child, and adult first aid/CPR certification
• HIV/AIDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens training
• Washington State Patrol background check
• Hepatitis B vaccination
• TB test
• Current food handlers’ card (in the event the bus driver assists in the classroom and/or kitchen)
• Physical exam certificate every 2 years

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.