What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver position at Ellington Public Schools?
Pay: $19.42 per hour
Job description:
Ellington Public Schools is seeking applications for a student transportation van driver. Successful candidate will transport Ellington student(s) on in and out of district runs.
Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a valid Connecticut driver's license. Must be able to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug testing. Must have V Endorsement or be willing to with the school district to obtain endorsement.
A CDL license with a PS endorsement will also be accepted.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Completing daily required Pre-Trip inspections, fueling and keeping vehicle clean.
- Safely transporting students to and from school in a manner that ensures their safety; promoting a positive attitude toward learning; following all laws, rules and regulations.
- Occasionally complete additional paperwork related to student conduct/behavior
Physical Effort Required:
- This position requires extended periods of sitting, extended repetitive motions of steering.
- Must be awake and alert at all times while driving.
Mental Effort Required:
- Position requires ability to drive safely in all weather conditions, despite noise, distractions and interruptions while in traffic; complete route correctly and safely within a time frame.
- This position requires dealing with some conflict resolution.