Driver

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Education and Director of Community Integration, operate a school vehicle over designated routes to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location. Observe legal and non‑aggressive defensive driving practices, perform regular safety inspections, and ensure the safety of students during transport, loading, and unloading.

Schedule

Shifts are typically 2:00 PM–4:00 PM and 6:00 PM–8:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school vehicle along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers in accordance with policies; enforce transportation policies and procedures.
• Monitor student activities and behavior; report observations and incidents (e.g., vehicle stop compliance, discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior).
• Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed.
• Conduct required daily safety inspections of vehicles; inspect interior, exterior, and engine; report mechanical malfunctions.
• Maintain vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep, clean exterior, interior, and windows; refuel, service, and prepare vehicle for operation.
• Supervise loading and unloading of students, including those with special needs; ensure seat belts, harnesses, and wheelchair clamps are secured.
• Provide vehicle evacuation and safety instruction to staff and students.
• Transport students and staff on field trips or other events; meet scheduled departure and arrival times.
• Operate equipment, including seat belts, harnesses, and other adaptive equipment as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Safe and defensive driving practices.
• Proper operations of school vehicles.
• Applicable Wisconsin motor vehicle codes and state traffic transportation laws, policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Basic first aid procedures.
• Basic record‑keeping techniques.
• Designated vehicle routes, vehicle stops, and traffic hazards.
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Drive a school vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on vehicles.
• Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Learn and follow designated routes.
• Maintain vehicles in clean and proper working condition.
• Administer first aid.
• Maintain routine records.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Meet schedules and timelines.

Education and Experience

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Typical qualifications include:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent GED.
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• Valid Wisconsin Class “A” or Class “B” driver’s license with a “P” endorsement.
• Valid Wisconsin Class C driver’s license.

Working Conditions

Work Environment: Indoor/outdoor/school vehicle environment; seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions; evening or variable hours; driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Physical Demands: Sitting for extended periods while operating vehicle; hearing and speaking to exchange information; reaching, pulling, and pushing to open doors; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to inspect and wash vehicles; seeing to monitor passengers and operate a vehicle; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling adaptive equipment and students.

Hazards: Traffic hazards.