School Van Driver: Safe Student Transportation

VAN DRIVER Rowan-Salisbury Schools Transportation - Salisbury, North Carolina Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5380690 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 19, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description ROWAN-SALISBURY SCHOOL SYSTEM TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT Van Driver General Statement of Duties: Operates a van to transport students to and from school, activities, or events, and performs related tasks as needed. Adheres to Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as School Board Policy, while carrying out duties. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED preferred. Applicant requirement of at least 1 year of driving experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Illustrative Examples of Work Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection; reports operating and equipment deficiencies. Transports a small number of students to and from school, along with other activities and events. Cleans vehicle inside and out including washing, sweeping, emptying trash, etc. Obeys traffic laws and observes safety regulations. Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on vehicle; completes disciplinary forms as needed. Conducts periodic emergency evacuation drills. Performs related work as required. Follows a predetermined route that may extend beyond county lines. Must be readily available to assist passengers in entering (fasten securely) and exiting the vehicle as well as securely entering the building at destination. Reports to dispatcher/planner dangerous stops, turns or traffic situations or passenger issues. Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor or Transportation Director. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Can physically operate a 7-passenger mini-van/14-passenger vehicle in a safe and timely manner. Can safely operate vehicle in all kinds of weather and on all types of highways, roads, and streets. Has an excellent driving record and practices defensive driving techniques. Can follow a route sheet and adhere to a driving schedule. Has knowledge of the geography of the District and the location of streets; skill in the safe operation of a vehicle. Can detect malfunctioning equipment, as related to general knowledge of the vehicle. Can establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, associates, students, parents and the public. Special Requirements Must be 18 years of age. Applicable training will be provided. Must hold a valid North Carolina Driver’s License. Clear criminal background check Safe driving record Must be able to successfully complete and maintain a DOT medic Position Type Full-Time Job Categories Support Staff > Transportation Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Ashley Lemley , Director of Talent Acquisition 500 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA Salisbury, North Carolina 28144 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr