School Van Driver

Job Summary Van Drivers play an integral part of our community and educational process. They are committed to safely transport students to and from school, beginning and ending each school day by providing a supportive, caring, and safe environment. Responsibilities Follows planned routes making scheduled stops to transport children to and from school while obeying all rules and regulations. Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school vans. Communicates with the dispatcher via two‑way radio during the route; provides updates and reports delays, mechanical failures, emergencies, changes in traffic patterns, or accidents. Manages student behavior when occupants are in the van. Provides a written record of violations of student conduct to the Transportation Safety Coordinator. Keeps the assigned van clean. Stays on the assigned schedule. Performs a pre‑ and post‑trip DOT inspection for mechanical defects with the assigned vehicle. Discharges students only at authorized stops. Exercises responsible leadership when on out‑of‑district school trips. Transports only authorized students and School Department staff. Reports all accidents and completes required reports. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience: Previous van driving experience is preferred. Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle laws. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westerly Public Schools