SY Van Driver

JOB TITLE: Van Driver

EXEMPT: No

GRADE: 107

LOCATION: Transportation

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 9-Month

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SUMMARY: The job of Van Driver is done for the purpose(s) of operating school transportation vehicles and providing safe transportation services to and from school, extra-curricular activities, and other special assignments for Pendergast School District students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid Arizona driver’s license

Exemplary driving record with no more than 6 points in the past 24 months or repeated violations in the past 10 years. 36 month driving record must be obtained from the Motor Vehicle Department annually

Must obtain and maintain CPR and first-aid certification

Must pass ADOT physical examination and drug screening

Must be in good physical health

Ability to work an alternate schedule when needed

Knowledge of Metro Phoenix, Glendale, Avondale and Peoria

Must complete van driver training class

Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles

Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintains punctual and regular attendance for the purpose of ensuring the necessary personnel to transport students

Transports students to and from school, extracurricular activities and special assignments following established routes using a District van for the purpose of students arriving safely

Performs daily pre- and post-trip inspections; check fluid levels and condition of vehicle before, during and after every run for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Observe all mandatory safety regulations published by District policy

Monitor and maintain student discipline; submit written referrals when appropriate

Administer first-aid when necessary for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Provide special assistance to students with special needs when transporting and accessing the van for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Able to react professionally and responsibly in an emergency for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Maintain interior and exterior of van for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Provide feedback and information related to route design, creation, re-route proposals, elimination or updating of van routes

Submit to random periodic and post-accident drug/alcohol testing for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students and staff

Participate in department meetings and training for the purpose of staff development

Report all citations and accidents, complete required forms for the purpose of keeping accurate documentation

Maintain confidentiality regarding students, staff, parents and school issues

Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner

Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates successful teamwork and collaboration skills. Demonstrates strong communication skills, writing competency, effective listening and presentation skills. Self-motivated, highly organized and detail-oriented. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, parents, students and external organizations, representing diverse populations. Professional demeanor with strong ethical standards and ability to adapt to change. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment on multiple projects simultaneously, both as a team member and individually.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board policy or evaluation of professional personnel.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions; ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several concrete variables.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret education materials and programs; ability to write reports, procedure manuals, and correspondence; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of teachers, students, administration and the community.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical such as probability and statistical inference; ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle or feel objects or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.