Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of Director of Education and Director of Community Integration, operate a school

vehicle over designated routes to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a

designated route; observe legal and non-aggressive defensive driving practices; perform regular safety

inspections; ensure the safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from vehicles.

Shifts are either AM (variable hours between 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and 2:00 PM–4:00 PM) or PM driver shifts (2:00 PM–4:00 PM and 6:00 PM–8:00 PM).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate a school vehicle along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in

accordance with time schedules; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure

compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.

• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the vehicle in accordance with policies

related to disciplining students; enforce policies and procedures related to transportation of

students.

• Monitor student activities and behavior; reports observations and/or incidents (e.g., vehicle

stop compliance, discipline, accidents, passenger inappropriate social behavior).

• Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines;

administer first aid to passengers as needed.

• Conduct required daily safety inspections of vehicles; inspect the interior, exterior and engine

of vehicles to ensure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other

problems as required.

• Maintain vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean the exterior,

interior and windows of assigned vehicles; refuel, service and prepare vehicle for operation.

• Supervise the loading and unloading of students and students with special needs; assure

students with special needs are seated safety and seat belts, harnesses and wheelchair clamps

are secured as required.

• Provide vehicle evacuation and safety instruction to staff and students.
• Transport students and staff on field trips or other events; meet scheduled departure and

arrival times as assigned.

• Operate equipment, including seat belts, harnesses and other adaptive equipment as

necessary.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Safe and defensive driving practices.
• Proper operations of school vehicles.
• Applicable Wisconsin motor vehicle codes and State traffic transportation laws, policies,

guidelines and regulations.

• Basic first aid procedures.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Designated vehicle routes, vehicle stops and traffic hazards.
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Skills/Ability to:

• Drive a school vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on vehicles.
• Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Learn and follow designated routes.
• Maintain vehicles in clean and proper working condition.
• Administer first aid.
• Maintain routine records.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively with others
• Meet schedules and timelines.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and

abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities is:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent GED.
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed

above.

Licenses, Certifications and other Requirements:

• Valid Wisconsin Class “A” or Class “B” driver’s license with a “P” endorsement.
• Valid Wisconsin Class C driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor/school vehicle environment.
• Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
• Evening or variable hours.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for extended periods of time while operating vehicle.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Reaching, pulling and pushing to open doors.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to inspect and wash vehicles.
• Seeing to monitor passengers and operate a vehicle.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling adaptive equipment and students.

Hazards:

• Traffic hazards.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:

Fundamentals LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating

an inclusive environment for all employees.

At-Will Employment Disclaimer:

Employment at Fundamentals LLC is based on an at-will relationship under Wisconsin law. This means

that either the employee or the employer may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or

notice.