What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Transportation Van Driver position at Genesee Education Consultant Services, Inc.?

Position Type : Transportation

Date Posted : 9 / 29 / 2023

Location : Genesee Intermediate

Job Title : Student Transportation Van Driver, No commercial Driver's License (CDL) requirement needed

Job Summary : The Student Transport Van Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of students over specific routes in accordance with established projected driving times and route schedules. Responsible for working with parents / guardians, teachers, and staff in the assigned area of responsibility to ensure the safe pickup and drop off of students at designated locations.

Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to) :

Drives the school van in accordance with district standards and the State of Michigan traffic ordinances to ensure that students are transported in a safe and efficient manner.
Responsible for loading and unloading students and coordinating the activity with the assistance of parents / guardians, staff, and the transportation aide, as appropriate.
Able to safely operate all functions of the wheelchair lift.
Responsible for working with the transportation aide (when assigned) and other district employees to meet the individual medical, safety, and behavioral needs of the students being transported, including oral and tracheal suctioning, crisis prevention intervention, Diastat and other required procedures as identified in the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Ensures that wheelchairs are locked down and secured in accordance with district procedures.
Ensures equipment used to transport special education students is properly secured before moving the van to provide for the safety of students, when applicable.
Maintains the following school van driver skills and demonstrates satisfactory performance of these skills :

Starting the engine.

Turning corners and curves.

Starting from a stopped position on an upgrade.

Backing and steering.

Signaling for turns and stops and for overtaking slower moving vehicles.

Shows proper judgement in driving according to road, traffic, and weather conditions.

Maneuvering van in limited quarters in order to :

Park parallel and diagonally.

Pull out of parking space and back into or out of a parking space.

Turn van around in a limited area.

Pull off road into a loading zone and return to the roadway.

Position van for loading students at the school.

Operate the vehicle without assistance.

Completes and documents the pre and post-checklist which includes inspecting the van lights, brakes, turn signals, gas, oil, and tires in accordance with district standards.

Fuels the can in accordance with district procedures.

Maintains the appearance of the van and ensures the interior is clean, the exterior is washed, the back of the van is clean to ensure that lettering, lights, and license plate can be viewed at all times, and windows in the front, back, and driver side are clean and clear for maximum visibility.

Documents in writing, and reports any needed van repairs and follows up, according to established procedures to ensure that bus repairs are completed in a timely fashion.

Responsible for maintaining order students while in the van.

In cooperation with program staff, implements behavior intervention plans, as appropriate.

Ensures with the transportation aide that students' belongings and materials, including backpacks and medical supplies, are delivered with the students.

Demonstrates proper fire drill procedures, evacuation of the bus, and proper use of fire extinguishers, flares, and other safety equipment.

Maintains a master route book and immediately reports and notes all changes in routes.

Prepares reports when necessary including, but not limited to student incidents and vehicle accidents, including broken glass and other equipment.

Consistently models Win-Win leadership.

Other Duties :

Performs other related duties in the department, as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to pass a physical examination and a drug test required. Valid Michigan Driver's License required with no points preferred. Upon hire, pass a defensive driving course.

Experience : No experience required. Skills / Other : Maintains a positive working relationship with everyone they come into contact with. Exhibits self-control, mature judgment, congeniality and ethical standards in all working relationships. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday and work week. Strong teamwork, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. Discretion with confidential information. Exercises good judgment and makes decisions in accordance with the State of Michigan vehicle code, board policies and established administrative guidelines.

Special Job Considerations :

Certification : Not Required

Type of Certification : None

Bargaining Unit : None

Salary Schedule : Transportation

Immediate Supervisor : Transportation Director

Supervision : None

Date : June 24, 2021

Approved : TLH : tvs

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