Van Driver - Floater
Van Driver - Floater
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Job Description
Certificates Licenses Registration:
To successfully perform this position a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement training skill and/or ability necessary. As required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Valid PA drivers license
2. Motor Vehicle Report clear of violations (per the recommended guidelines and at the discretion of the Bucks IU)
Level of Degree Skills Abilities:
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Effective communication skills
Ability to function independently without general supervision.
Three years of any driving experience
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable):
Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.
EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer:
The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability veteran status or any other basis protected under federal state or local laws.
This position is a Support; Level 12 position. The salary range for this position starts at $44989 and increases based upon education and experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:
The Floater Van Driver works cooperatively with the Supervisor of Transportation the Transportation Coordinator Lead Drivers as well as parents principals teachers instructional assistants and other drivers in all matters related to the transportation of school students. The Floater Van Driver has the responsibility for intermittent temporary or short-term routes as needed and primarily for coverage purposes and expected to be available to transport to all locations within Bucks County
Essential Functions:
This position will not have an assigned route but be called for coverage purposes. Specific routes will be intermittent temporary or short term in nature
Provides support with a range of duties as requested by the Bucks IU such as data entry distribution of equipment and supplies and assisting the lead drivers with operational tasks
Knows and obeys all traffic laws; maintains a valid Pennsylvania Drivers License.
Transports students from their home district to classroom location.
Checks work email daily and communicates effectively with department.
Maps out assigned route efficiently and communicates all necessary information to parents/guardians. Identifies any improvement opportunities and reports them to the Transportation Coordinator and/or Lead Driver in charge of routing.
Submits incident and accident reports timely to the Supervisor of Transportation and Coordinator.
Performs mandatory pre-trips before and after each operation for mechanical defects and notifies the office of any issues or damage to the vehicle.
Assists children in and out of the van and their securements.
Other Duties:
This position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department as needed to adapt to the changing needs of the organization
Competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyones efforts to succeed.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
Supervisory Responsibility:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment:
Traveling to locations countywide.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Work hours are 8 hours per day but may include early morning and late afternoon hours with breaks throughout the day. Hours are dependent on the needs of the Transportation Department.
Travel:
Available to transport to all locations within Bucks County.
Employment Type
Full-Time
