Van Driver; Painesville

Van Driver (Painesville) | Education Alternatives

Education Alternatives is seeking van drivers for the Painesville location. Van Drivers are paid hourly and are responsible for driving clients on an agency owned vehicle to and from our sites located throughout the greater Akron/Cleveland area and on field trips to various locations. This position is a part-time hourly position, Monday through Friday. Ohio Department of Education Certification training will be provided by Education Alternatives.

• Applicants must be at least 25 years old.
• Must hold a valid Ohio driver's license.
• Must have a good driving record as determined by the Ohio Department of Education.
• Must be able to pass a pre-service physical and drug test.
• Must not have a criminal background that would disqualify the applicant from working with children.

• Adhering to safety practices, administering first aid, applying pertinent policies, operating agency vehicles, fire extinguisher, cell phone, and standard office equipment; maintaining accurate records.
• Reading manuals, writing documents in prescribed formats, presenting information, analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions; basic vehicle maintenance, first aid, health standards and hazards, cell phone communication; utilizing wheelchairs, tie downs, child safety seats, lifts etc.
• Attention to detail; communication with diverse groups; tact and courtesy; establishing relationships; sound judgement; understanding special needs; confidentiality; teamwork; handling distractions.

• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations to resolve or recommend a resolution.
• Works with clients with emotional and behavioral disabilities and intervenes when necessary to ensure order and safety.
• Assists clients and passengers with seating, restraints, special equipment for safe loading and unloading from vehicles, including emergencies and normal transport.
• Advises clients and passengers of appropriate behavior to reinforce guidelines and maintain safety.
• Safely transports clients to/from their residence and designated drop off point in a timely manner.
• Informs day treatment personnel and parents of events, policies, and practices to provide information and clarification of procedures.
• Responds to inquiries from clients, parents, and staff to provide necessary information regarding transportation services.
• Maintains assigned vehicles, interior and exterior, to ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation.
• Fuels assigned vehicle to keep it in safe operating condition.
• Monitors passengers during transit to maintain order and ensure safety.
• Performs first aid as necessary to meet immediate health care needs of passengers.
• Maintains ongoing communication with staff including teachers, building directors, fleet manager, and director of transportation.
• Prepares documentation (e.g., daily log, incident reports, behavior rating, mileage) to provide written support and/or convey information.
• Conducts safety checks on van before each departure and submits a daily pre-trip inspection form to ensure safe operation and meet state requirements.
• Attends all agency training, including quarterly in-service trainings, to maintain skills.

Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. The job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. Work occurs in temperature extremes with exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Entry level

Part-time

Distribution and Supply Chain

Industries:
Truck Transportation