School Sedan Driver - Sterling Heights

Drivergent•Sterling Heights, MI

About The Position

Drivergent Transportation is hiring a School Sedan Driver to safely transport students and help ensure families’ transportation needs are met. Drivers are expected to put safety first, provide reliable service, meet customer expectations, and operate routes on time. Positions typically operate from an independent company terminal rather than a district partner facility. The driver is responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students in accordance with applicable district policies and state and federal laws. The role involves managing passengers calmly, assisting passengers during emergency evacuations, completing vehicle inspections and required paperwork, maintaining a clean vehicle and professional appearance, and communicating problems or incidents to appropriate personnel. Drivers must be able to operate a sedan or van, use vehicle equipment and GPS, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

Must obtain and maintain a valid Michigan Chauffeur Driver’s License.
Must be at least 21 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Able to tolerate stressful situations.
Empathy for children and people with disabilities.
Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
Ability to operate and navigate a sedan or van passenger vehicle.
Ability to effectively operate a GPS.
Ability to work outdoors in varying climates and weather conditions.
Must be reliable and able to work a partially flexible schedule.
English proficiency sufficient to read road signs and communicate with personnel.

Responsibilities

Safely and reliably transport students in accordance with applicable district policies and state and federal laws.
Manage students on the vehicle in a calm and safe manner.
Report to duty on time and maintain route schedules safely.
Physically assist passengers in evacuating the vehicle in an emergency.
Inform appropriate personnel of problems, procedures, or incidents according to company or district policy.
Keep the assigned vehicle’s interior clean and presentable.
Maintain a neat, professional appearance and a professional attitude with parents, students, staff, employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers.
Complete required paperwork, including route change sheets, timecards, and vehicle repair requests.
Safely and efficiently use vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Practice defensive driving and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents.