Come work for the Bucks IU as a full-time, Van Driver! A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative work environment with excellent employee benefit plan options, PSERS pension plan and a flexible, school calendar work schedule. **Must reside in Bucks County – as company vehicle will be kept at your home**

Job Summary:
The Driver works cooperatively with the Supervisor of Transportation, the Transportation Dispatcher, as well as principals, teachers, instructional assistants and other drivers in all matters related to the transportation of special needs school students. The Van Driver has the responsibility for driving his/her bus as safely and efficiently as possible, and to perform all duties related to driving the vehicle as listed below.

Essential Functions:

• Knows and obeys all traffic laws; always maintains a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school vans.
• Maps out the most efficient route for each student on the run
• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authorities.
• Checks van before and after each operation for mechanical defects.
• Installs car seats and assists children in and out of the van and their securements
• Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Transports only authorized students
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
• Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the van.
• Knows and follows policies as stated in the driver’s handbook.
• Assists, when called upon, with any emergency
• During non-driving hours, performs other maintenance tasks as may be required to keep the van clean and fueled.
• Attends all required training as assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation.
• Immediately notifies Human Resources and Supervisor of any traffic violations incurred while employed.
• This position description does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. The employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration:

To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary. As required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid PA driver’s license
• Motor Vehicle Report clear of violations (per the recommended guidelines and at the discretion of the Bucks IU)

Required: Please attach a current resume with your application submission.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to function independently without general supervision

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the practice of the Bucks IU to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The practice of providing reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed at any point during the recruiting, hiring, or at any time during employment with the Bucks IU, please contact the Director of Human Resources at HR@bucksiu.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Van driver: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road