Vehicle Driver

Position: 6.2025 - Small Vehicle Driver
QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Able to pass Nebraska Department of Education physical.

Must possess a valid Nebraska Driver's License and have a good driving record.

Must be able to interact professionally and calmly with students and families.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)

• Available as assigned by the Transportation Director.
• Drives routes at regularly assigned times.
• Reports to the bus barn 30 minutes before assigned depart times and performs pre-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Understands and follows all rules and regulations for bussing as set forth by the State of Nebraska and the Board of Education for the transportation of school children.
• Monitors safety supplies in and on all special education vehicles.
  • Emergency Response Checklist
  • First Aid
  • Insurance card and registration
• Ensures a safe environment for students as they ride the vehicle.
• Ensures that only registered and approved students and staff ride in the vehicle.
• Exercises sound judgment and maintains good public relations with parents, students, and staff.
• Keeps the interior of the vehicle clean (floors swept, windows clean, etc.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Never Occasional Frequent Constant

0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%+

Standing X

Walking X

Sitting X

Bending/Stooping X

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X

Climbing X

Driving X

Lifting X

Carrying X

Manual Dexterity Tasks:
Sedentary Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory)

• Accepts responsibility.
• Proficient in written and oral communication.
• Works well with adults and children.

WORKING CONDITIONS: All weather

At Will Employment:
Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504
- Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources

Kearney Public Schools

320 West 24th Street

Kearney, NE 68845