School Van Driver

Beacon Mobility • Wilbraham, MA

84d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Van Pool Transportation LLC is seeking a Driver responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. The role involves using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, conducting child checks post-route, and ensuring the vehicle remains within DOT regulations. This position offers a rewarding career journey with a company recognized as one of the Great Places to Work in 2023-2024. As a School Van Driver, you will receive competitive pay and benefits while positively impacting the lives of children in your community by driving them to school.

Requirements

• Age 21+ and have had a driver's license for 3+ consecutive years.
• Satisfactory Driving Record (no suspension, etc.).
• Ability to pass a background check, CORI & SORI.
• Effectively communicate in English (spoken and written).
• A school pupil transport license (7D certificate), which is easy to obtain with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a motor vehicle in accordance with all State and Federal traffic laws while driving school-aged children.
• Safely operate a variety of vehicles, including sedans, mini-vans, full-size passenger vans, and wheelchair vans.
• Assist students as needed, including helping them enter and exit the vehicle, using lap and shoulder belts, and securing them in car seats and booster seats.
• Communicate effectively and clearly in English with students, parents, teachers, and staff.
• Use a two-way radio system for effective communication.

Benefits

• 20-25 hours per week.
• $23/hour, training rate of $20/hour.
• Split Shifts - 5:30am-9:00am & 1:00pm-5:00pm (exact hours depend on assigned route).
• No commute! The van goes home with you (if you have secure parking).
• 401(k) plan option, Dental, Vision, & Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Paid classroom and on-the-job training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees