Centralia-Van/Motor Pool Driver (Transportation)

Motor Pool/Van Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation Location: Transportation

Bargaining Unit: Public School Employees' FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

Motor pool/van drivers ensure the safe transport of students on schedules routes and/or special trips including utilizing school district owned vehicles.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years driving experience
• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• Ability to pass a physical examination from a licensed health care provider
• Possession or ability to obtain a first aid card
• Ability to pass a federal and state background check
• Possession of a driving record free of all major violations such as a DUI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violations
• Ability to problem solve by identifying issues and creating action plans
• Ability to communicate effectively, possess awareness of self and others, listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset, and be customer-service oriented
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of employment
• Ability to support the District's vision, mission, goals, and culture code including the belief that all students can succeed
• Ability to adhere to safety practices, understand applicable codes, policies, and regulations, to maintain accurate records
• Knowledge of area streets and locations or ability to learn
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation techniques or ability to learn
• Knowledge of health standards and hazards or ability to learn
• Ability to utilize wheelchair tie-downs, child safety seats, and lifts
• Ability to perform non-technical tasks with the ability to enhance skills over time
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to speak Spanish
• Successful experience working with diverse individuals
• Successful experiencing working with adolescents

Essential Functions:

• Transports students in a school van/car in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Responds to inquiries from students, families, and school personnel regarding transportation services
• Reports observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, etc.) in accordance with school district policies and procedures
• Ensures students and other passengers are safe and secure during transport
• Informs, teaches, and enforces behavior expectations of all passengers
• Assists students and other passengers in the proper procedures during the loading and unloading of van/car during both normal transit and emergency situations
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills in accordance with OSPI policies
• Redirects student behavior appropriately
• Develops and maintains appropriate relationships with students, families, and other staff
• Attend trainings and meetings as directed or appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Salary: $20.74 - $25.51 per hour, depending on experience

Work schedule: 6.75 hours per day, 192 days per school year

Benefits: 11 paid holidays; 3 personal leave days; 12 sick leave days; health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance through SEBB; State retirement through DRS; other fringe benefits as allowed under the Public School Employees' Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application Procedures: Anyone interested in this position should apply through www.edjobsnw.org AND submit a letter of interest to Gibb Kingsley, Director of Transportation at [email protected]. Current employees of Centralia School District need only to send a letter of interest to Mr. Kingsley.

Working Condition and Physical Effort Requirements

Seldom or Never

Monthly

Weekly

Daily

Hourly

Lift/push/pull/carry objects up to 10 lbs.

X

Lift/push/pull/carry objects 11-20 lbs.

Lift/push/pull/carry objects 21+ lbs.

Standing up to one hour at a time

X

Standing up to two hours at a time

Standing for more than two hours at a time

Stooping and bending

Ability to reach and grasp objects

Manual dexterity or fine motor skills

Ability to communicate orally

Ability to hear

Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy

Using a computer and computer software

Using various technology tools

Working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts

Working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variations, or other conditions

Working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperatures, noise levels, or other conditions

Working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls

Operating school buses, light and heavy-duty trucks & automobile and/or vans