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Van Driver

REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF LEARNING CENTERS

 

POSITION SUMMARY:
 Responsible for the timely and safe transportation of Learning Center students and NHA residents using NHA's van fleet.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Follows driving schedule as provided by Assistant Director of Learning Centers.
  • Responsible for daily inspections of assigned van using provided inspection forms.
  • Keeps an accurate log of all runs and mileage traveled.
  • Responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned van.
  • Insures the safety of all passengers by following all applicable laws and posted traffic signs.
  • Reports any and all van issues immediately to supervisor.
  • Attend and complete required trainings.
  • Maybe asked to transport boxes, food, etc. to various Learning Centers.

 

RELATED DUTIES AND ABILITIES:

  • Notifies supervisor and Lead Coordinators of Learning Centers of any disciplinary issues with student passengers.
  • Required to keep provided cell phone on at all times so as to be reachable if additional stops are needed or schedules need modification.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Adhering to all safety rules and regulations when operating the vehicles with or without passengers.
  • Bringing to the attention of the Assistant Director of Learning Centers any issue that may affect the health or well-being of any client in the Center's care.
  • Experience with student transportation preferred.
  • Experience driving 7 passenger and larger vans recommended.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other Authority employees, and the residents.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Requires a high school graduate or equivalent.
  • At least five (5) years of experience working with children
  • Clean driving record
  • Clean child abuse and criminal background checks

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

  • Public Service License (must have Passenger endorsement) or CDL
  • Ability to lift up to thirty-five (35) pounds

 

How to apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Nicole Ruffin at nruffi@norwalkha.org.