Qualifications:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Must hold a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Maine.
• Must have current fingerprint card issued by the Department of Education.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Shows proficiency in handling and maneuvering a vehicle. Has the ability to drive in adverse conditions (wind, rain, snow, sleet).
• Has the ability to work with school staff, public, students and passengers.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Experience in general transportation operations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must have a good driving record.
Position Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
• To make daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle, to insure its safe operation.
• The driver will check for any damage and for belongings that may have been left behind after every run.
• Fill out daily pre-trip sheets and time sheets.
• Report any defects immediately to supervisor.
• Abide by all State of Maine and Federal motor vehicle laws and school board policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle by washing inside and outside as needed. Keep windows clean and free from dirt.
• Maintain control of passengers and ensure their safety.
• Willingly participates in any scheduled or random drug and alcohol testing.
• Drivers will attend scheduled workshops (safety, discipline, etc.).
• Drivers will report all student disciplinary matters to the Transportation Director, Special Ed Director and appropriate building principal.
• Drivers requesting time off must notify the Transportation Director and Special Ed Director in writing at least two days in advance of the request and state the reason needed. The Transportation Director or Special Ed Director will respond to the request as soon as it is determined that a driver is available or is not available.
• The primary responsibility of the driver is to the RSU in those cases where proper substitute coverage is not available.
• Follow federal requirements of confidentiality (FERPA)
Salary Range:
TBD
Application Deadline:
Start Date:
Additional Information:
For more information about this position please contact Spec. Ed. Director Deb Marshall at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Please complete and return a Support Staff application form (available on this website) to the Office of the Superintendent, 7 Reed St, Hallowell, ME 04347, or fax it to 622-7866.
For a complete list of job openings please visit www.kidsrsu.org.
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