What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Van Driver position at Complete Martial Arts?
Job Overview
Join our team as a School Van Driver and become a vital part of ensuring safe, reliable transportation for students. In this energetic role, you will operate school vans and specialized vehicles to transport students to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other approved destinations. Your dedication to safety, excellent customer service, and adherence to traffic laws will help create a positive experience for young passengers while maintaining a secure environment. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ daily lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate school vans and transit vehicles in compliance with all traffic laws and transportation safety regulations.
- Transport students to designated locations, ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Assist students with disabilities or special needs, including wheelchair assistance and behavior management when necessary.
- Follow emergency response procedures for transportation, including first aid and CPR when required.
- Conduct vehicle inspections before and after routes to ensure safety standards are met; report any maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintain clear communication with school staff, parents, and dispatchers regarding route changes or student needs.
- Ensure passenger safety by enforcing student discipline policies and managing behavior professionally.
Skills
- Proven experience in bus driving, school bus driving, or transit bus operation.
- Knowledge of traffic laws, vehicle codes, and transportation safety regulations at state and local levels.
- Strong communication skills in English; multilingual abilities are a plus for engaging diverse communities.
- Ability to respond quickly to traffic changes and emergency situations with calmness and professionalism.
- Skills in child care, behavior management, and student discipline to foster a positive environment onboard.
- Familiarity with wheelchair assistance, paratransit services, and heavy lifting techniques for loading/unloading mobility devices.
- Certifications in first aid, CPR, defensive driving, emergency stop procedures, and emergency response procedures for transportation are highly desirable.
Embark on this rewarding journey where your skills help shape safe daily routines for students while advancing your career in transportation!
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $20 - $30