Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
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. This position includes 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.
This is a part time position on a school year schedule, plus 5 week summer program. Split shift with morning and afternoon transport routes. Approximately 15-20 hours per week. Local travel between programs is required to support students at different school buildings.
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.
Please submit resume and cover letter via SchoolSpring.
Essential Duties:
-Ability to obtain and maintain a valid 7d license at all times. -Obey all Massachusetts state laws regarding driving, including but not limited to, following the speed limit, texting and driving, and ensuring that everyone in the vehicle is wearing a seat belt at all times. -Conducts daily safety check of the vehicle and report any mechanical problems to the Transportation manager as soon as possible. --Accurately completes vehicle maintenance forms and maintain vehicle logs. -Responsible for handling of the students belongings from students residences to/from school programs. -Provide assistance to students with mobility including lifting. -Daily cleaning and “gas-up” of the vehicle. -Practice defensive driving techniques at all times. -Learn and utilize the appropriate techniques for utilizing the wheelchair vans including ramps, lifts and wheelchair tie-downs. -Handling of emergency situations, including evacuation and supervision of students during transport until emergency assistance arrives. -Follow 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 completes documentation related to student incidents/injuries, physical intervention, and 51A reports and/or DPPC under the guidance of teacher and/or administration. -Shows respect and compassion for all members of the school environment including students, families, staff, and other community members. -Effectively utilizes any recommended adaptive equipment for individual students. -Participates in all required Collaborative in-services as well as those recommended by supervisors. -Communicate all significant occurrences to the appropriate supervisor in a respectful and timely manner. -Maintains an open, honest, and respectful relationship with parents and others involved with the student’s success. -Maintains 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.
EOE
Requirements
CORI, SAFIS, and driving history checks are required for all positions.