What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver position at ESC of Central Ohio?
Van Driver (Part-time)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Twenty-one years of age (21) with a valid Ohio driver's license
- Minimum of two years driving experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Successful completion of semi-annual driver record checks through the Ohio Department of Education And Workforce showing less than 6 points and no more than two (2) serious traffic violations during the past two years
- Clear FBI & State criminal record check
- Be in good physical health and pass a T-8 physical. (Provided by the District)
- Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug tests
- Available to work between the hours of 5:45-9:45 AM and 1:30-5:00 PM M-F
- Insurable as defined by the insurance carrier of the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio Board of Education and no prior DUI, DWI, OMVI, or OVI within the past ten (10) years and no more than 4 (current) points on your license.
- Demonstrates maturity and ability to work with students with physical and mental disabilities and their families
- Valid Department of Education and Workforce Permit appropriate for the assignment.
- Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position
- Ability to physically manage students with disabilities
- Congenial disposition and strong diplomacy skills
- Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques is preferred
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following responsibilities are representative, but not limited to those performed by a Van Driver.
- Transport students safely to and from school and school-related activities/events.
- Assist students in and out of the van which may include securing students properly including lifting students in and out of car seats
- Properly inspect, install, and remove any type of car seats into the van
- Verify students are under the supervision of appropriate school staff before departing school and appropriate parent/guardian when departing at their home stop
- Properly maintain electronic devices daily
- Perform and document a pre-trip inspection of the school van daily.
- Advise mechanics regarding necessary van repairs.
- Maintain adequate cleanliness of the van.
- Adhere to all applicable safety rules and regulations.
- Adhere to district Board policies and guidelines, including the Transportation Employee Handbook.
Promotes a favorable image of the service center
CONDUCT:
Each staff member shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the ESC.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Each staff member shall serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings. Each staff member has a legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
If applicable, it is the employee's responsibility to maintain proper certification/licensure and to initiate the renewal process in sufficient time to receive the updated certificate/license prior to the expiration of the present certificate/license.
Application Procedure:
Please apply online at www.escco.org/careers.
Job ID 24088 - Van Driver
July 2026