Substitute Van Driver

Van Driver SubstituteQualifications (required):Valid Class D Chauffeur endorsement on their driver license to drive a school van.Must have an acceptable driving record.Ability to complete all required training programs.Physical Requirements:Visual acuity.Ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels.Occasional lifting of 50 pounds, dragging or pulling up to 100 pounds.Frequent walking, bending, stooping and climbing.Be free of impairment of the use of foot, leg, hand, or arm, or other defects of limitations likely to interfere with the ability to safely control a school van.Repetitive hand movement and griping.Working Conditions:Work is performed inside and around the exterior of the school van.Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise and emergency situations.Occasional extreme temperatures and/or inclement weather.Reports To: Transportation DirectorSupervises: StudentsTerms Of EmploymentWork year will be aligned with the student's needs and wages and benefits will be established by the Board.EvaluationPerformance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy 411.7 Classified Employee Evaluation.Performance Responsibilities:Must communicate effectively with school personnel.Will establish and maintain effective communication with the riders.Shall demonstrate efficient, effective communication with the public.Use proper radio communication skills.Must complete pre-trip inspections and use proper documentation.Legibly writes up service due notices according to rules established.Must operate the van in a safe, efficient and legal manner.Maintains and enforces all provisions of the District's Van Safety Rules for riders.Completes the assigned route/trip on a safe, but timely basis.Confronts emergency situations in accordance with safety-standard operational procedures.Must keep to a minimum complaints received from the public in regards to driving skills.Will work with the transportation director, on complaints received from parents in regards to discipline.Must complete expected post-trip route requirements.Reports vehicle/equipment defects to the appropriate personnel.Must demonstrate willingness to accept change in one's normal routine.Must meet contractual obligations regarding attendance and punctuality.Must attend required training programs.Completes all required information on mileage sheets, accident reports etc. accurately according to Iowa Law and District expectations.Must keep the interior and exterior of the van clean.Performs other duties as may from time to time be assigned.