Van Driver - Special Needs

JOB DESCRIPTION BOTTOM RIGHT OF SCREEN
Position Length: 9 Months
Job Grade: 107
Hourly Rate: $16.14 and up depending on experience
Hours Per Day: 8
Application Procedure: Apply online
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Van Driver
JOB DESCRIPTION
Gilbert Unified School District

  Purpose Statement: The job of Van Driver is done for the purpose/s of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in a safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from vans.  Essential Functions  

• Advises students, student supervisors and other passengers of behavior requirements for the purpose of enforcing rules and regulations and maintaining safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and student supervisors for the purpose of providing safe ingress and egress from vehicles including both emergency situations, evacuations and normal transport.
• Attends safety meetings and trainings relating to State and district requirements for the purpose of ensuring ability to comply with current standards and guidelines for school vehicle drivers.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior (e .g. windows, mirrors, sets, floors, ceilings, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining appearance, sanitation and safety of vehicle.
• Communicates with a variety of people (e .g. students, student supervisors, parents, site staff, police, etc.) for the purpose of providing and /or acquiring information relating to job functions.
• Conducts se mi-annual emergency drills for the purpose of ensuring the ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Drives school vehicles (e.g. van s, etc.) for the purpose of transporting students and student supervisors over scheduled routes and to/from school and/or field trips.
• Inspects assigned vehicles (e.g. pre and post-trip, check list, brake system, oil levels, coolant levels, tire pressure , etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the vehicle is in a safe operating condition and meeting state requirements.
• Instructs special education students and/or attendants/substitutes for the purpose of enforcing rules and regulations and /or orienting them to the safety and behavior issues typical of their route.
• Monitors vehicle operations, route conditions and rider activities for the purpose of ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Orients substitute drivers assigned Special Needs routes for the purpose of providing information about procedures followed to assist Special Needs student passengers.
• Prepares reports and documents (e.g. vehicle and/or passenger incident reports, student counts, daily mileage, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support relating to safety, legal requirements, and/or equipment maintenance.

  Other Functions  

• Assists other personnel as may be re qui red for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications  Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.  Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices;   administering first aid; and operating district vehicles, fire extinguisher, and two-way radio; skills required to perform single technical tasks with a need to occasionally up grade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code sections applicable to student transportation; city streets and locations; basic vehicle maintenance; emergency evacuation techniques; CPR and basic first aid; perform basic math; interpret written procedures, write routine documents; speak clearly; analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and /or events; gather and /or collate data; and use job-related equipment.  Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issue s and create action plan s. Problem solving with da ta require s following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities re qui red to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : communicating with school age riders; setting  priorities; and serving as a role mode to students;  ability to schedule activities; gather, collate, classify  data; use  basic job related equipment, work with a diversity of individuals;  In  working  with others, problem solving is required to  analyze issues,  create plans of action, reach solutions. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and /or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget.  Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services.  Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.  The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
                Experience
Job related experience is desired. Education
High School diploma or equivalent.
  Required Testing
Alcohol and Drug Test
Medical Exam
Physical Agility Test
Pre-employment and Annual Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified
  Certificates & Licenses
Driver's License
Driver Certificate
CPR/First Aid Certificate Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance                    FLSA Status
Non Exempt Approval Date
July 1, 2020 Salary Grade
Grade 105 - 9 Month  

Nondiscrimination Statement
Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations.  The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs.  The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. 
Declaracion de Non Discriminacion
El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Gilbert no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religion, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad en la admision a sus programas, servicios o actividades, en el acceso a ellos, en el trato de las personas o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones.  La falta de habilidad del idioma ingles no sera una barrera para la admision o participacion en actividades y programas del Distrito. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Gilbert tampoco discrimina en sus practicas de contratacion o empleo.