Driver II - West Bend Joint School District

About the role

Driver II with a CDL may drive a bus, shuttle van, straight truck, or boat hauling vehicle. Drivers holding a Class B CDL operate vehicles under 26,000 lb such as passenger buses or straight trucks with air brakes or combination vehicles. Drivers holding a Class C CDL operate non-air brake passenger buses. Drivers are required to operate in an efficient, consistent, safe, and timely service.

Responsibilities

• Complete a daily vehicle inspection form prior to driving and after finishing route
• Ensure a pleasant and clean atmosphere is always maintained in and out of the vehicle
• Apply all safety equipment available, always wear seat belt when driving
• Operate company vehicle weighing under 26,000 lb (GVW) transporting passengers or transporting supplies and equipment to and from designated locations
• Drive defensively, safely, and cautiously in all situations
• Provide exceptional customer service when encountering guests to ensure a good positive representation is always demonstrated
• Pick up and drop off guests at designated locations
• Transporting passengers should be highly knowledgeable about the property and surrounding areas, acting as a concierge resource for all guests
• Lift guest luggage weighing up to 80 lb into the vehicle
• Fuel, clean, and inspect vehicle when required
• Identify maintenance and safety issues and take correct steps to correct them, and report malfunctions immediately
• Ensure all vehicle logbooks are completed properly, including rider-ship information log
• Work with Transportation Office dispatcher ensuring any special requests and group requests are completed
• May be assigned to work as warehouse drivers, safely and promptly transporting equipment to and from the warehouse
• May be required to do maintenance and safety inspections on service trucks, pickups, trailers, and other vehicles and equipment, including checking and changing oil and tires, lights, and general vehicle condition
• Take vehicle to car wash when necessary
• May be required to assist with clerical work, answering phones, working as a dispatcher and other office duties
• Dry Storage Drivers may be required to sell and dispense propane, following federal dispensing laws by only dispensing propane into bottles with OPD under 10 lb
• May be required to occasionally operate a cash register handling cash, traveler's checks, and credit cards in a safe and accurate manner
• Understand the machinery and chemicals used
• Be aware of SDS sheets and books and read and use this information when necessary
• Attend all scheduled department and safety meetings
• Share innovative ideas to improve efficiency and operations
• Know and follow all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies, and energy, as well as rules of the road

Qualifications

• Must be age 21 years or older
• 1+ year professional driving experience and vehicle mechanical experience preferred as well as customer service experience
• Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
• Must have a valid Commercial Driver License (Class B or C) with a clean driving record showing 5 years of prior safe driving
• Must pass a DOT physical examination and obtain a medical card
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and participate in the random drug/alcohol testing pool
• Must complete and pass Defensive Driving Course prior to driving a company vehicle
• May be required to have a passenger endorsement or airbrake endorsement to be able to drive all vehicles
• Experience driving in all weather conditions including winter weather and tire chain installation

Equipment Used

• Company Vehicle
• Walkie-Talkie
• Hand Truck
• Computer
• Photocopier
• Printer
• Telephone

Physical Demands

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).