Van Driver - 7 Day

About the Employer

7D Van Driver

Job Summary

SMEC is seeking a strong and diverse pool of applicants for the position of 7D Van Driver. The 7D Van Driver is responsible for safely transporting and assisting students to/from school programs and as otherwise needed in vans ranging from 7-15 passengers in size.

Responsibilities

Operating a wheelchair-accessible van and transporting students who have mobility needs, including assisting students with safely entering and exiting the vehicle and securing wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.

Conducting daily safety checks of the vehicle and reporting any mechanical problems to the Transportation Manager as soon as possible.

Accurately completing vehicle maintenance forms and maintaining vehicle logs.

Handling student belongings from students' residences to/from school programs.

Providing assistance to students with mobility, including lifting.

Daily cleaning and gas-up of the vehicle.

Practicing defensive driving techniques at all times.

Learning and utilizing the appropriate techniques for utilizing wheelchair vans, including ramps, lifts, and wheelchair tie-downs.

Handling emergency situations, including evacuation and supervision of students during transport until emergency assistance arrives.

Following procedures whenever a SMEC vehicle is involved in an accident, including calling police and completing necessary paperwork.

Ability and willingness to drive any of the SMEC vehicles during inclement weather.

Accurately completing documentation related to student incidents/injuries, physical intervention, and 51A reports and/or DPPC under the guidance of teachers and/or administration.

Showing respect and compassion for all members of the school environment, including students, families, staff, and other community members.

Effectively utilizing any recommended adaptive equipment for individual students.

Participating in all required collaborative in-services as well as those recommended by supervisors.

Communicating all significant occurrences to the appropriate supervisor in a respectful and timely manner.

Maintaining an open, honest, and respectful relationship with parents and others involved with the student's success.

Maintaining professional boundaries with parents and students.

Physical ability to perform physical restraints/escorts as needed.

Expected to read and adhere to all employee handbook policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; experience with students with or without disabilities preferred.

Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license and School Pupil Transport (7D) license, or the ability to obtain and maintain a School Pupil Transport (7D) license.

Application Instructions

Please submit resume and cover letter via Schoolspring.