Centralia-Van​/Motor Pool Driver; Transportation

Motor Pool/Van Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Location: Transportation

Bargaining Unit: Public School Employees’

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Motor pool/van drivers ensure the safe transport of students on scheduled routes and/or special trips, including utilizing school district-owned vehicles.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years driving experience
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a physical examination from a licensed health care provider
• Possession or ability to obtain a first aid card
• Ability to pass a federal and state background check
• Possession of a driving record free of all major violations such as a DUI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violations
• Ability to problem solve by identifying issues and creating action plans
• Ability to communicate effectively, possess awareness of self and others, listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset, and be customer-service oriented
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of employment
• Ability to support the District’s vision, mission, goals, and culture code including the belief that all students can succeed
• Ability to adhere to safety practices, understand applicable codes, policies, and regulations, to maintain accurate records
• Knowledge of area streets and locations or ability to learn
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation techniques or ability to learn
• Knowledge of health standards and hazards or ability to learn
• Ability to utilize wheelchair tie-downs, child safety seats, and lifts
• Ability to perform non-technical tasks with the ability to enhance skills over time
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

• Ability to speak Spanish
• Successful experience working with diverse individuals
• Successful experiencing working with adolescents

• Transports students in a school van/car in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Responds to inquiries from students, families, and school personnel regarding transportation services
• Reports observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, etc.) in accordance with school district policies and procedures
• Ensures students and other passengers are safe and secure during transport
• Informs, teaches, and enforces behavior expectations of all passengers
• Assists students and other passengers in the proper procedures during the loading and unloading of van/car during both normal transit and emergency situations
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills in accordance with OSPI policies
• Redirects student behavior appropriately
• Develops and maintains appropriate relationships with students, families, and other staff
• Attends trainings and meetings as directed or appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

$20.74 - $25.51 per hour, depending on experience

6.75 hours per day, 192 days per school year

11 paid holidays; 3 personal leave days; 12 sick leave days; health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance through SEBB;
State retirement through DRS; other fringe benefits as allowed under the Public School Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement

Anyone interested in this position should apply through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and submit a letter of interest to Gibb Kingsley, Director of Transportation . Current employees of Centralia School District need only to send a letter of interest to Mr. Kingsley.