Van Driver

Van Driver

The Van Driver is responsible for transporting all passengers, including special education students, over scheduled routes. The Van Driver will ensure efficient, safe transport and will load/unload from the van.

• Drives a district van safely in accordance with time schedules; transporting students to and from a variety of school sites.
• Follow all MSAD No. 75 District and Transportation Department's rules, processes and policies including but not limited to; student discipline procedures and daily reporting requirements.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Establish and maintain proper conduct and discipline on the van at all times.
• Conduct established required safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily (I.E. brake systems, gauges, emergency exits, fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.)
• Load and unload students and passengers only at authorized stops.
• Notify the appropriate authorities in cases of mechanical failures, delays in scheduled route or accidents.
• Maintain accurate pick up/drop off schedules (run sheets). Ensure updates are timely with one copy on board the van for use if by substitute drivers.
• Maintain cleanliness of van.
• Remove accumulated snow and ice when needed, prior to scheduled run, and clean all windows of road grime as required so to ensure proper visibility.
• Attend meetings, programs and in-service training as assigned.
• Interact with residents, members of the public and colleagues in a cooperative and respectful manner.
• Physical ability to meet primary responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A valid and appropriate State of Maine Driver's License.
• A clean driving record with the State of Maine Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) Authorization, or ability to obtain.
• Physical ability to meet primary responsibilities.
• Ability to work well with a team.

Physical Requirements:

Activity Per Shift-

• Standing/Walking: 1-2 hours
• Sitting: 6-8 hours
• Lifting/Carrying: 1-2 hours, up to 50 pounds
• Pushing/Pulling/Sliding: 1-2 hours
• Climbing: 1-2 hours
• Bending/Twisting: 3-5 hours
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: 1-2 hours
• Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping: 6-8 hours