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Star Shuttle & Charter

School Van Driver

Star Shuttle & Charter, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208


JOB DESCRIPTIONCLASS TITLE: PASSENGER VAN DRIVER

BASIC FUNCTION:Drive a school van to transport students safely and efficiently to and from school.Participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of the school van as appropriate. Apassenger van does not require the operator to possess a School Bus Driver Certificate orCommercial Driver's License.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Drive a school van along a designated route, picking up and discharging studentsin accordance with established time schedules; observe legal and defensivedriving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and studenttransportation laws, codes and regulations.Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the van and while waiting atvan stops.Conduct daily safety inspection of van; inspect the interior, exterior, brakes,headlamps, taillights; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems asrequired.Participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of the school van; fuel; check oiland fluid levels; clean windshield and headlamps; maintain van in clean and safeoperating condition.Adhere to established procedures related to the release of special educationstudents to teachers and parents.Transport students at scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Safe and defensive driving practices.Proper operation of school vans.Procedures related to the release of special education students toteachers and parents.Basic record-keeping techniques.Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.ABILITY TO:

Drive a school van safely and efficiently.Maintain van in clean and proper working condition.Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance.Maintain safe discipline level among passengers.Observe legal and defensive driving practices.Learn and follow designated routes, stops and time schedules.Read and interpret maps.Maintain routine records.Understand and follow oral and written directions.Communicate effectively with others.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships withothers.Lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs.