Van Driver

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23•West Lafayette, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

A vacancy exists for a part-time or full-time Van Driver to work within the Office of Business Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. The Van Driver will provide safe and efficient transportation for students on routes as directed throughout Montgomery County, PA.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid PA Drivers' License
Three (3) years of professional driving experience and a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
Knowledge of safety regulations
Able to operate a van and drive all posted routes, as well as perform all physical duties and carry out other responsibilities as assigned
Complies with MCIU drug and alcohol policy and random drug-testing program.
Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI.

Responsibilities

Operating a school van in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with all Federal and State DOT regulations
Follow safety regulations and traffic laws
Maintain student order and discipline in accordance with MCIU guidelines and policies
Maps out the most efficient routes for each student using GPS
Perform all pre and post trip vehicle inspections
Follow routes as directed by Program Administrator – Operations
Maintain route log and complete monthly mileage logs
Complete transportation access logs
Communicate with student's parent/guardian about assigned route
Keep van clean and fueled
Communicate repair needs to transportation office when needed
Assist children in and out of the van and their securements, proper utilization of equipment (e.g. car seats, etc.), and/or handling/securing wheelchairs
Maintain professional interactions with all stakeholders
Reports all accidents and completes required reports
Assists when called upon with any emergency
Attends all required training as assigned by the Supervisor
Immediately notifies Supervisor of any traffic violations incurred while employed
Clerical tasks including, but not limited to, data entry, processing and filing paperwork, preparing documents, and updating reports.
Coordinate and manage routes as needed.
Present a positive image of the Intermediate Unit, its programs and services.
Provide additional student and/or classroom support as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Administrator.