Special Needs Transport Driver
About the Employer
Job Summary
The Driver, Transportation Special Needs will perform skilled work in the operation of specialty equipment designed to meet the special requirements of the district's special needs and McKinney-Vento population. The driver will provide curb-to-curb isolated transportation services to multiple students who cannot be accessed with the district's yellow bus fleet.
Responsibilities
• Follows a designated route and an established time schedule while picking up students and dropping them off at specific locations on a printed route.
• Observes all state, city, and local traffic laws and regulations.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and school personnel.
• Ensures vehicle meets regular maintenance schedules.
• Reports defects or problems with vehicle to shop supervisor.
• Completes various forms and records, including updated route sheets, time sheets, incident reports, and accident reports.
• Ensures assigned vehicle is clean at all times.
• Completes a minimum of eight (8) hours of driver-related training annually.
• Certified in first aid and CPR as prescribed by Florida statute for drivers.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
Experience
A minimum of five (5) years driving experience. Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Possession of a valid state of Florida Class E driver's license. Meet safe driver plan requirements. Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writes simple correspondence. Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations. Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions. Deals with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
District Expectations
All district employees must:
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and strategic plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Other Information
Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts. Attendance & Punctuality: Schedules time off in advance. Begins working on time. Keeps absences within guidelines. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Self-Management: Regulates impact of own emotions upon others. Remains focused and energized under stress. Accepts criticism and recovers quickly from setbacks. Projects realistic self-confidence in abilities. Personal Appearance: Dresses appropriately for position. Keeps self well-groomed.
Physical Demands
Environmental Conditions: Noise intensity: 3, moderate; extreme cold and extreme heat. Other Requirements: Physical mobility and stamina to participate in activities that may be strenuous.
• Physical activities: sitting, standing, walking, stooping, climbing, balancing, talking, hearing, depth perception, and field of vision.
• Lifting demands: up to 55 pounds.
• Reaching activities: both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.