Auto Driver - Transportation Department

Salary:

$15.15 - $27.04 Hourly

Location :

Ashland, VA

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Number:

03126

Department:

Transportation

Opening Date:

06/18/2024

Closing Date:

8/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Transports students safely to and from home, on field trips and other activities requiring the use of school transportation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Direct the loading and unloading of students to prevent unsafe conditions;
Follow and adhere to Hanover County School Board Policy and Regulation Manual and all state and federal laws governing motor vehicles;
Assist in the supervision of safe evacuation measures in the event of an emergency evacuation;
Assist in enforcing discipline and safety regulations;
Secure car seats and other safety restraints;
Ensure that student's seat belts are fastened at all times;
Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle;
Maintains appropriate levels of fuel;
Perform a daily pre?trip and post?trip inspection of the vehicle;
Maintain records and prepares reports on student behavior;
Use established routes and designated car stops;
Operate car on approved time schedule;
Report car accidents and student injuries to authorities;
Conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with division regulation;
Instruct riders regarding being responsible passengers;
Attends all in-service safety meetings;
Attends first aid, CPR and defensive driving classes as required;
Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather;
Drive with safety of students as first priority;
Report personal absence in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver;
Report student misconduct to the proper school authority;
Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with school board policies and administrative regulations;
Care for any vehicle assigned for the purpose of performing the duties in the area of assignment;
Pass pre-employment, safety and annual physical testing;
Pass all random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Drug Testing Policy;
Takes responsibility for maintaining the car by taking the car to the transportation garage for scheduled maintenance and when necessary, unscheduled maintenance;
Performs related work as required.

Qualifications: KSA's, Education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Exhibits a positive image as a representative of the school division.
Demonstrated: knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state and federal authorities; knowledge of state laws and local ordinances; alertness and good judgment concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles and irregular special requests by parents of riders. Requires the ability to operate: all vehicle types used in transporting students; a radio communication device; all emergency equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Three years driving experience or successful completion of a recognized driver education program with ability to demonstrate satisfactory proficiency behind the wheel. Valid Va. Driver's License. Must have and maintain a good driving record. Must be able to meet state requirements for appropriate licensing and physical examination. Preferred: Familiar with the operation of the two?way radio and all radio procedures. Successful completion of the National Red Cross First Aid Course. A comparable amount of training and experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education.

Terms of Employment

LOCATION:

Transportation WORK SCHEDULE:

10M (up to 5 hours or more per day) PAYGRADE:

5 SALARY SCALE:

Uniform FLSA STATUS:

Non - Exempt
Physical requirements and Disclaimer

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Must be able to: lift 40 pounds and assist with students weighing 60?100 pounds; bend over and secure a car seat; control students in a safe and calm manner while safely operating the vehicle; sit for long periods of time (4 hours); pass an annual physical examination.
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal. Significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Rev. 7/08;

Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Health Benefits

- Eligible to all employees who work more than 20 hours per week

Health Insurance

- Hanover County Public Schools offers 3 health insurance plans through Aetna and contributes significantly toward the monthly premium. An opt-out credit is available for full-time and part-time employees who do not participate. For those who participate in the High Deductible Plan, HCPS contributes annually to a Health Savings Account and employees can choose to contribute more to that account.
Dental Insurance

- HCPS offers two plan options through Aetna.
Vision Insurance

- HCPS offers a vision plan through VSP.
Time Off Benefits *

Paid Holidays

- 10- month and 11-month personnel follow the School Calendar. 12-month full-time classified employees receive 13 holidays per year (9 designated days and 4 floating days).
Vacation

- 12-month employees earn 1 day of leave per month for their first four years of service, 1.25 days for 5 - 9 years of service, and 1.5 days for 10 or more years of service.
Sick Leave

- Full-time employees earn one sick leave day per month (10 - 12 depending on length of contract) with unlimited accrual. Part-time employees will earn sick leave on a prorated basis.
Personal Leave

- Full-time employees earn two days per year the first 3 years of service and 3 days per year with 3 or more years of service.
*Sick leave benefits are subject to change

Savings & Retirement

VRS Retirement

- Employees who work more than 5.5 hours per day participate in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). The benefit is 95% paid for by Hanover County Schools.
VRS Hybrid Retirement Optional Contribution Plan

- HCPS offers an additional plan for Hybrid employees who can choose to contribute up to an additional 4% in voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the Hybrid Retirement Plan each month, which is matched to a maximum of 2.5% by HCPS.
Retirement Savings Plans

- HCPS offers 403(b) and 457 plans through Empower. These plans allow employees to set aside pre or post tax dollars for retirement. HCPS contributes $250/year toward 403(b) account for non-VRS eligible employees. Any HCPS employee can make contributions to these plans.
Premium Conversion/Section 125

- HCPS allows employees to take insurance premium deductions on pre-tax basis.
Flexible Spending Accounts

- HCPS offers a Medical FSA and a Dependent Care FSA for eligible expenses.
Income Protection & Security

Life Insurance

-Paid for 100% by HCPS for VRS eligible employees. The benefit is two times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death. Additional life insurance is available for purchase to cover spouse and children or to increase employee benefit.
Sick Leave Bank

- Income protection for up to 45 days due to a catastrophic illnesses/injury . Available to part-time, and VRS Plan 1 and 2 employees who enroll.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

- Job protected leave for family or own serious health conditions. Contact Francesca Jones at ******** for more information.
Long-Term Disability

- Paid for 100% by HCPS for full and part-time employees. Benefits begin at 180 days and offers up to 60% income replacement.
Short-Term Disability

-Optional benefit for short-term disability for part-time and VRS Plan 1 and 2 employees. Employees may choose a 14 or 44 day waiting period and a 40% or 60% income replacement for up to 6 months.
Voluntary Benefits

Eligible to all employees who work more than 20 hours per week

- Optional supplemental plans offered through Pierce Insurance include:

Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Life Insurance with Long Term Care
Legal and Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance

Additional Benefits

Direct Deposit
Membership in Virginia Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
New Teacher Mentoring Program
Tuition Reimbursement up to $800
VDOE teacher license renewal fees paid by HCPS
Free admission to home athletic events during regular season
Wellness Programs including annual flu vaccinations.
The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call (804) 365-4500.

Agency
Hanover County Public Schools
Address Hanover County Public Schools
200 Berkley Street
Ashland, Virginia, 23005 Phone
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