Help us get our students there safely. We are seeking responsible adults to drive a van or mini-bus, CDL not required. These vehicles are used to transport students to and from school as well as extra excursions. Safety and wellbeing are our main priority. Drivers also complete inspections, light maintenance and cleaning of the vehicle.

A Day in the Life:

Safety first! Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. Fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior/interior conditions, mirrors, brake systems, lights, wheel chair lift, etc.) to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle and compliance
Organize pupil information in order to produce and update route maps of assigned students
Communicate directly with parents/guardians for the purpose of meeting students’ needs and providing information (e.g. Pick-up and drop-off times, locations, any physical/medical requirements, parents concerns, etc.)
Clean assigned vehicle, both interior and exterior, for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of the vehicle
Direct the orderly loading and unloading of students to avoid injuries
Monitor students and other passengers during transit including advising of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established rules and maintaining passenger safety
Provides emergency first aid and/or CPR as necessary
Complete and submit reports of incidents, complaints, accidents, potential emergency situations, and passenger misconduct to appropriate personnel
Conduct emergency evacuation drills to ensure efficiency of procedures and compliance
Operate a two-way radio to communicating with the district office(s)
Prepare reports (e.g. driving time, mileage, safety inspections, pupil count, etc.)
Attend meetings to maintain skills and meet certificate requirements as required by the district and state
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with district, state and federal laws
Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the transportation department

Successful Candidates:

Pass a background check and drug test
Have a current TB test
Maintain
- a valid Kansas driver’s license
- Medic First Aid Training Certificate
- AAA Defensive Driving Certificate
- Physical/Medical Examination Certificate
Have multi-year experience operating a motor vehicle
Can drive during darkness (early mornings and evenings required)
Can work in extreme weather
Can spend the majority of their time sitting – There will be some lifting, carrying, stooping and kneeling
Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality

What’s in it for you:

Part-time or full-time hours with full-time benefits
Benefits including health coverage (subsidized), dental, vision, life insurance and others
You only work when school is in session! Some summer hours may be available
KPERS retirement
A positive and hardworking team experience

Driver - Non CDL