Passenger Van Driver (Metro Schools)

Location: Metro Schools- 420 East 19th Avenue, Columbus Ohio 43201

Projected Start Date: January 7th, 2025

Job Description

The van driver is responsible for safe and timely transportation of students throughout the school day between campuses ( Indianola and Kenny Rd.). The van driver will conduct daily inspections on the van and is responsible for routine cleaning and scheduling of maintenance appointments.

Major Responsibilities

• Drive a school van along a designated route
• Picking up and discharging students in accordance with established time schedules and locations
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices
• Assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the van and while waiting at van stops in accordance with District policies related to disciplining students;
• Conduct daily safety inspection of van; utilizing the state approved checklist
• Participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of the school van; fuel; check oil and fluid levels; clean windshield and headlamps; maintain van in clean and safe operating condition.
• Transport students at scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned.
• Determine appropriate action in potential or real medical emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid as needed;
• Conduct routine emergency evacuation drills as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports related to vehicle operation and condition; maintain routine records of mileage and student counts, conduct reports and others as required.
• Communicate with teachers and administrators to resolve issues or concerns as needed.
• Attend safety meetings and programs as assigned.
• Satisfactorily complete all required training
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 4 years driving experience

Licenses And Other Requirements

• Possess an appropriate, valid state drivers license
• CPR/First Aid
• Satisfactory completion of T8 physical
• FBI/BCI Background checks
• Drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to satisfactorily complete preservice training
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Application Procedure

Complete the employee application procedure through this online system.

December 2024

JobID 21545