Non-CDL Driver - Transportation Central at Cherry Creek Careers

, , Colombia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Student Transportation, Customer Service, Behavior Management, Vehicle Inspection, First Aid, CPR, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Confidentiality, Team Collaboration, Communication Skills, Stress Management, Special Needs Support, Evacuation Procedures, Training Participation, Heavy Lifting

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Job Title: Non-CDL Driver FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Classification Group: Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association Supervising Position: Operations Supervisor or designee Pay Plan: Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association Pay Range: Step Schedule Last Updated: 10/31/2024 Pay Information Benefits Information JOB SUMMARY: Contribute to the overall success of the Cherry Creek School District Transportation Department through regular route driving, field-trip driving, performing para-educator functions, and assisting in other duties and functions as needed. Assist and transport students with special needs to ensure safe, efficient, courteous, and customer-service oriented transportation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time 1. Safely transport students using a district vehicle along specified routes. Report delays or accidents. Daily 40% 2. Load and unload students at various stops and destinations. Provide emotional, behavioral, and physical support for students with specials needs. Daily 15% 3. Complete pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safe operations of the vehicle by visually and tactically inspecting all components of the vehicle’s interior and exterior according to the Colorado Department of Education Standards. Daily 5% 4. Provide exceptional customer-service to students, parents/guardians, and staff. Daily 5% 5. Carry out student discipline activities before, during, and after assigned routes, if necessary. Daily 5% 6. Complete Medicaid paperwork for reimbursement purposes. Daily 5% 7. Communicate information and procedures to students, district personnel, and/or others in the event of an emergency situation. Daily 5% 8. Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of district vehicles. Daily 5% 9. Perform evacuation drills as required by the Colorado Department of Education and Transportation Department procedures. Biannually 5% 10. Participate in training activities required by the Transportation Department as required. Annually 5% 13. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5% TOTAL 100% REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. N/A MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired. Criminal background check and fingerprinting required High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma No professional work experience required Valid Colorado driver’s license CPR and First Aid certifications Upon hire, successful completion of the District Transportation Small Vehicle Training Program Basic interpersonal relations skills Basic organizational skills Ability to implement behavior modification techniques Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students Ability to meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool Successful completion of a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical Basic verbal and written communication skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, mental functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to perform a position’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy work strength level (lifting or carrying up to 100 pounds) Works both indoors and outdoors Typically a loud noise level Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and climbing Occasional lifting, pulling, and/or pushing Eye/hand coordination Visual concentration, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Squatting Overhead work Work within a moving vehicle for up to four hours Work in any existing weather conditions Work requires maneuvering heavy wheelchairs (manual and electric) that total weight up to 800 pounds – student/chair combined up ramps, over curbs, and around the inside of a vehicle Normal school district environment DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not mandatory for a candidate to be considered. Experience working in the public sector Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement CDL passenger driving experience Experience working with school age children, including behavioral challenges Experience working in a special education environment

Responsibilities

The Non-CDL Driver is responsible for safely transporting students along designated routes and providing support to students with special needs. Additional duties include vehicle inspections, customer service, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness.