Substitute Van Driver

Substitute Van Driver

2024-25 School Year

Posted 10/28/2024

 The Mary M. Knight School District is looking for Substitute Van Drivers. No experience necessary, training is available. The District also offers a paid CDL training program for those interested in learning how to drive a school bus.

The position is open until filled.

SALARY: $24.62 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate assigned school van in a safe and legal manner consistent with district, state, county and federal regulations
• Read, understand and follow all motor vehicles laws of the State of Washington, all regulations and Washington State Laws for School Bus Drivers and the State of Washington School Bus Driver Handbook.
• Inspect the assigned school van daily prior to each operation in accordance with state and district regulations and expectations
• Report any mechanical defects and safety hazards immediately
• Transport passengers to and from school or other school-related activities
• Maintain discipline on the van consistent with district policies, regulations and procedures
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, district staff, parents and community members
• Conduct post-trip inspection: verify that all passengers have departed, close windows and refuel school van
• Maintain and submit daily van logs; maintain, complete and submit all forms, records, and other reports as required
• Clean interior and exterior of vehicle according to department procedures and perform other such maintenance requirements as department procedure requires
• Assist passengers in exiting school vans through appropriate emergency exits during drills and in case of emergency
• Operate and maintain district vehicles and equipment as required; consequently, insuring their safe and proper use, protecting the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district vehicles, equipment and materials
• Obtain and maintain all licenses and certificates necessary to accomplish assigned duties and responsibilities
• Comply with district safety rules and regulations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Minimum of 21 (twenty-one) years of age

·         Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license

·         Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform duties

·         Minimum of 5 (five) years driving experience

·         Maintain valid CPR/First Aid card

·         WA State Background and fingerprints

·         Pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol test

The Mary M Knight School District No. 311 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts: and other designated youth groups. 

Inquiries regarding compliance or complaints of alleged discrimination Civil Rights Compliance: Superintendent Matt Mallery mmallery@mmk.wednet.edu. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Principal Josh Stoney jstoney@mmk.wednet.edu. Title IX Compliance Officer: Laurie Seymour lseymour@mmk.wednet.edu. Tel # 360-426-6767