The 7D Van Driver will be responsible for safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities on assigned route. Operate a school bus/van that transports students with disabilities and other authorized personnel to and from schools or designated locations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Massachusetts 7D School Transport license
- Must be 21 years of age
- Ability to pass random alcohol and drug test
- Ability to complete required Bus/Van driver safety training
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Knowledge of student discipline procedures
- Ability to manage student behavior
- Ability to operate Bus/Van
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Assist SPED students, including those in wheelchairs, to and from Bus as needed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend work
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Vehicle Operation
- Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
- Drive bus/van to and from extracurricular activities.
- Check bus/van for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
- Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, mechanical failure, and complete required reports.
- Keep records on bus/van mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
- Keep assigned bus/van clean and fueled.
- Inspect bus/van by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus/van can be operated safely before driving.
SAFETY
- Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses/vans.
- Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflectors.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not immediately correctable.
- Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled routes.
- Help students with disabilities, including those in wheelchairs, get on and off bus/vans according to their individual needs.
- Learn and adapt to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
- Supervise students as they board and leave bus and cross street.
- Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
- Maintain discipline and report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator
- Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
OTHER DUTIES
- Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
- Work irregular hours as needed.
- Attend and complete required training program to maintain certification status.
- Other duties as assigned.
EQUIPMENT USED: School bus or light van, wheelchair lift ramp, locks, seatbelts, harnesses, car seats, special adaptive equipment, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions; pushing, pulling, moderate lifting. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes.
Terms: Up to 30 hours per week. Additional weekend/evening work may be available.
$18.85 per hour