Vehicle Driver - Transportation

Tacoma Public Schools•4002 S. Cedar St., WA

1d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates vans or cars to transport students and other authorized persons on all types of District approved activities. The role involves driving scheduled routes and participating in District-approved activities both inside and outside District boundaries. The driver is responsible for the safety and well-being of passengers, maintaining the vehicle, and adhering to all state and District regulations. This is a full-time position with a specific work schedule and benefits package offered by Tacoma Public Schools.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent
Five years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle
Completion of van driver training programs
Valid Washington State driver’s license
Proof of acceptable driving record for the past five years
School bus driver authorization, as provided by the District
First aid and CPR card or required to obtain within first 30 days of employment
Must be 21 years of age
Compliance with State Board of Education Requirements for Bus Drivers (WAC 180-20)
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance obtained by the District prior to working with the District
Knowledge of state and District policies regarding school van or car transportation
Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR
Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information
Ability to physically move in an overturned van or car and assist students
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance
Ability to operate communications equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting

Nice To Haves

Any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.

Responsibilities

Drives a school van or car on scheduled routes and/or on all types of District approved activities inside and outside District boundaries.
Services, inspects, and cleans school van or car and related equipment to ensure compliance with state and District regulations.
Maintains control of student passengers as related to safety; reports unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
Completes forms, records, and reports to ensure compliance with state and District regulations.
Attends meetings and completes any training programs as required by the state and the District; maintains and follows current knowledge of all laws and policies established by the state.
Performs basic first aid, as necessary.
Aids in loading and unloading students from van or car; assists passengers in evacuating van or car in emergency situations.
Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.
Demonstrates regular, reliable, and predictable attendance or physical presence as an essential job requirement.