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Mid-day Van Driver

Marion Independent School District
Marion, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 2/20/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-day Van Driver position at Marion Independent School District?


Position: Van Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Description:  We are looking for someone who enjoys working with students and driving.

Hours: Approx 8:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri


Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Obtain and maintain a minimum of a valid Class D3 Chauffeur’s license
  • Pass pre-employment and subsequent driving history checks
  • Pass pre-employment and periodic background history checks
  • Pass a pre-employment substance abuse screening
  • Pass all random alcohol and/or drug tests
  • Pass all reasonable suspicion alcohol and/or drug tests
  • Work well with others, including all personality types
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of, or ability to navigate, Marion and surrounding areas
  • Have and use effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Effectively manage student behavior
  • Accept and implement coaching and training
  • Consistently perform thorough and accurate pre-trip and post trip inspections
Job Summary:
  • Safely transport students to and from school, activities, etc.
  • Effectively and appropriately manage student behaviors
  • Maintain a cooperative attitude and build rapport with students, peers, supervisors, parents, school personnel, and the community
  • Use effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Present self in a professional manner including attire and being alert and attentive
  • Successfully complete all required trainings, meetings, classes and professional development
  • Work together as a team to keep interior and exterior of vehicle clean, safe and presentable
  • Quickly and safely evacuate vehicle in case of an emergency
  • Check student roster to ensure proper ridership
  • Maintain current knowledge of all student requirements, such as medical protocols, IEP’s, etc. and respond appropriately to events by following written protocols
  • While students are exiting, check vehicle for remaining/lost students, items, etc.
  • Properly secure students in required safety equipment and restraints (i.e. booster seats, wheelchairs, harnesses, etc.)
  • Safely assist non-ambulatory students into and out of the vehicle
  • Accurately complete reports and paperwork in a timely manner. Including, vehicle maintenance requests, student behavior referrals, timecards, directions, etc.
  • Abide by federal law, state law, and district policies, procedures, and expectations
  • Utilize technology when required
  • Consistently perform thorough and accurate pre-trip and post trip inspections
  • Immediately report accidents
  • Ensure vehicle is properly fueled according to department policy
  • Prepare vehicle for student transport including inclement weather, harnesses, booster seats, etc.
  • Safely and appropriately operate various types of vehicles and equipment including radios, and emergency equipment
  • Report any safety or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
  • Report all moving violations to Transportation Manager, including any received while on or off the clock
  • Clean van as designated by department procedures
  • Other duties, as assigned
Environment:
  • Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing temperatures including extreme heat and cold
  • Direct contact with the public, students, and other district staff
  • May be exposed to heights, loud noises, fumes, dust, and other odors
  • May be subject to tight deadlines and continuously changing priorities and interruptions
  • Work with moving vehicles, motorized wheelchair lifts and other equipment
Physical Demands:
  • Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time
  • Entering and exiting vehicles regularly
  • Descend from back door of vehicle in emergencies onto uncertain surfaces
  • Repeatedly lifting and carrying students or object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet
  • Repeatedly pushing and pulling wheelchairs/objects(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet
  • Continuous use of hands, fingers, and wrists repetitively
  • Using both hands and legs simultaneously
  • Repeated stooping, bending, and kneeling
  • Occasional pushing, pulling and maintaining balance
  • Rapid mental/muscular coordination
  • Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
  • Accurate depth perception
  • Clarity of vision at varying distances to see small details
  • Operate mobile motorized equipment
  • Drive a vehicle to conduct work
Hazards:
  • Possible contact with blood borne pathogens and/or bodily fluids
  • Contact with chemicals used for cleaning buses

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator, Janelle Brouwer, Superintendent, Marion Independent School District, Marion , Iowa 52302; or by telephoning 319-377-4691. Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination may be referred to the District’s Equity and Title IX Coordinator, Gretchen Kriegel, Assistant Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion Iowa, 52302, 3190377-4691, gkriegel@marion-isd.org. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, Milwaukee Area Office, Reuss Federal Plaza, 310 West Wisconsin Ave., Suite 800, Milwaukee, WI., 53203-2292, (800) 669-4000 or TTY (800) 669-6820. http://www.eeoc.gov/field/milwaukee/index.cfm or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121 or 1-800-457-4416, http://www.iowa.gov/government/crc/. This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of, or in addition to, an inquiry or complaint at the local level. Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school district's central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.

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