Non-CDL Driver

Non-CDL Driver

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Department/School: Transportation

Duty Days: 172

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Primary Purpose: Support transportation operations by operating multi-purpose or white fleet vehicles to transport students and other authorized personnel to and from schools and homes inside and outside of the school district.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED-preferred but not required
• Valid Driver's Licence Class C
• Successful completion of behind-the-wheel training
• Successful completion of a 20-hour Texas Department of Public Safety Certification course
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record
• Be able to maintain the confidentiality of all records
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form with all levels of management both internal and external
• Capable of assessing situations in emergencies quickly and reacting with necessary measures for the protection and well-being of the passengers
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and school personnel
• Ability to manage students
• Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age
• 2 years of vehicle driving experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Report to work in accordance with assigned work schedule
• Perform and document a pre-trip and post-trip inspection on every vehicle driven according to approved Splendora ISD and National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration guidelines and report all defects in writing to the shop immediately
• Exercise caution and safety while driving, following all traffic laws and safety guidelines
• Follow the assigned route as written and communicate changes to the appropriate staff
• Ensure student safety while loading and unloading students
• Maintain student discipline to ensure the safety of students being transported, address student discipline issues using approved techniques and communicate with school personnel regarding student behavior
• Report and complete all required documentation for vehicle collisions, vehicle damage and student injuries
• Documenting and reporting inappropriate and unacceptable behavior
• Be aware of all student's disabilities and special needs. Any medical problems experienced by the students while being transported, must be reported by the driver and/or special needs aide to the Director. Followed up with a written report
• Complying with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) to assure student records, behavior and readership confidentiality
• Maintaining and updating student records on a timely basis
• Recognizing evidence of abuse and neglect
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters concerning student transportation
• To cooperate with supervisory staff
• Attend safety meetings and other training as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Posture: Frequent standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion: Frequent walking; frequent climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noise. May work alone, regularly work irregular hour and occasional prolonged hours