Driver, Student Transportation - Kenwood

BCPS • Baltimore, MD

13d • $18 - $26

About The Position

Operates non-commercial vehicles to transport students, faculty, and others to and from school, field trips, athletic events, and other events. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Meets and maintains all qualifications and certifications for school vehicle drivers required by the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR 13A.06.07.01).
• Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of school safety, procedural, and policy guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Skill in communication and human relations.
• Ability to pass an annual physical examination and random drug tests for possession of DOT physical card.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to use and care for non-commercial vehicles and related equipment and supplies according to written and oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with administrators, teachers, students, other employees, and the public.
• Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in United States required.

Responsibilities

• Operates non-commercial vehicles in compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Adheres to established schedules to safely pick up, transport, and discharge students and staff.
• Maintains student discipline on the vehicle during transport.
• Coordinates with school administrators and area transportation supervisors to resolve serious disciplinary problems.
• Transports students and faculty members on field trips and to and from athletic events.
• Completes pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Fuels vehicle, as needed.
• Responsible for appearance of assigned vehicles.
• Reports suspected mechanical defects and malfunctioning equipment on assigned vehicles.
• Responsible for the cleanliness inside of the vehicle.
• Schedules and takes vehicles to service when necessary.
• Notes and reports any damage to assigned vehicle.
• Responsible for proper securing of all occupant restraint systems.
• Assists students in boarding vehicles; places wheelchairs securely; transports students' medical apparatus.
• Responds appropriately in emergency situations to include lift, carry, and/or drag students out of the vehicle.
• Develops emergency evacuation plans for all students with pertinent information for each group of students transported.
• Maintains records of vehicle operations and submits required reports; compiles and submits accident report information; and reports prolonged traffic delays.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and required annual in-service classes.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for shift differential and longevity as per the AFSCME Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding.
• This position is eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.
• BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED