Employment
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Position: Driver
Job Summary
This is a driving position that requires operating a passenger size vehicle (NON-CDL). Drivers will assist with the day-to-day transportation of adults and students as per assigned routes.
Essential Functions
- Drives responsibly and always ensures the safety of all passengers.
- Follows assigned route schedule and arrives promptly for passenger pickup and returns.
- Assist passengers with boarding/un-boarding vehicle; ensure passengers are in their seats/properly secured.
- Ensure passengers exit the vehicle at the assigned stop.
- Enter passenger attendance, contact caregivers and facilities, and send alerts and notifications through portal.
- Notify and report all disciplinary, misconduct or other related incidents (student or adult) to dispatch; create incident reports in compliance portal.
- Maintain consistent contact with Dispatch during transports.
- Report and document accidents that occur during assigned shift.
- Conduct inspections at the beginning/ end of each route.
- Participate in Professional Development Training programs.
- Attend mandatory staff/student meetings and conferences
- Maintain professional relationships with families, students, School Team/Administrators/Case Managers.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Demonstrated knowledge of operating passenger vehicle / vehicle equipment safely and efficiently.
- Obey all traffic laws, PUC , USDOT, and MC rules and regulations.
- Use computer-based equipment to view GPS navigation, communicate with dispatch, update route and passenger information in portal.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
- Must be able to pass a US DOT Medical Certification ,10 Panel drug and alcohol screening, and Tuberculosis (TB) Test/Screening
- Must have a clean background : 10 year Motor Vehicle History Check, National Background Check, PA State Police Criminal Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprinting through Identogo (no prior convictions or felonies, DUI’s, or drug related arrests)
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended as a general description of the responsibilities and tasks
performed by individuals assigned to this job classification. They are not to be interpreted as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications (Minimum Requirements)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 or more years Professional driving experience
- Safe driving history with no accidents within last 7 years
Certificates/Licenses
Possession of a proper class license valid to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of appointment
Position: Transportation Monitor/Attendant
Job Summary
This is a non-driving position that requires monitoring students and adult passengers while enroute to pick-up/ drop-off locations. The attendant assists with the safety and care of the passengers during transport to and from assigned locations.
Essential Functions
- Monitors passenger activities while on-board vehicle that is enroute to and from assigned locations.
- Assist passengers with boarding/un-boarding vehicle; ensure passengers are in their seats and properly secured.
- Utilize positive behavior reinforcement strategies with student passengers.
- Notify and report all disciplinary, misconduct or other related incidents (student or adult) to dispatch; create incident report in compliance portal.
- Assist the driver when requested or as needed
- Enter passenger attendance, contacting caregivers and facilities, and sending alerts and notifications through portal.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
- Assist with maintaining bus cleanliness and sanitization; conducting inspections at the beginning/ end of each route.
- Participate in Professional Development Training programs.
- Attends mandatory staff/student meetings and conferences
- Promote climate of inclusivity.
- Maintain professional relationships with families, students, School Team/Administrators/Case Managers.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of daily route assignments.
- Use computer-based equipment to view GPS navigation, communicate with dispatch, update route and passenger information in portal.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
- 10 Panel drug and alcohol screening, and Tuberculosis (TB) Test/Screening .
- Must have a clean background, National Background Check, PA State Police Criminal Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprinting through Identogo (no prior convictions or felonies, DUI’s, or drug related arrests)
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended as a general description of the responsibilities and tasks
performed by individuals assigned to this job classification. They are not to be interpreted as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications (Minimum Requirements)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with children in a professional setting. 2+ year preferred.
- Knowledgeable of first-aid/CPR techniques (If offered employment, you will be required to become FIRST AID/CPR TRAINED AND CERTIFIED)
Ability to handle and de-escalate situations in a warm, caring, positive and professional manner.
