Non-CDL School District Van Driver beginning

Non-CDL School District Van Driver beginning the  school year

Pullman School District 267 Transportation Department - Pullman, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job : 5814933

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

DEFINITION OF POSITION :
Safely operate a school van under all types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, ice and snow. Transport students and other authorized persons over regular "to and from school" routes.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR :
Transportation Supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Be 21 years old or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Have a minimum of three years driving experience
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license with appropriate endorsements and have an excellent driving record
• Meet the physical and mental standards as set forth by the Department of Licensing necessary to perform duties, tasks, and responsibilities of a school van driver
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a current First Aid/CPR card
• Take and pass a drug and alcohol test as required by the school district and federal requirements
• Sufficient strength and agility to assist ill or physically impaired students and all other students in evacuating an overturned bus
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Hearing sufficient to detect and distinguish traffic sounds from any direction outside the bus, such as horns, sirens, trains, etc. from a distance, which will allow adequate time for defensive or evasive action to avoid hazardous situations
• Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members and other members of the public

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES :

• Attend and satisfactorily complete required van driver training course and evaluation
• Operate a school district van in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies established by the state and School District
• Drive a school district van on a scheduled route and/or all types of trips in support of district approved activities, both within and outside the school district
• Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a school district van as required by Washington State (minimum).
• Operate and service all school district van equipment and accessories including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc.
• Clean, inspect and service the school district van and related equipment as required by the state and district policy to include but not limited to interior and exterior sweeping and washing, fueling, checking oil, coolant, tire inflation etc.
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of school district van and all related equipment daily
• Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, and reports as required by the state and/or school district including but not limited to: time sheets, trip logs, trouble reports, misconduct and accident reports, and others as may be required.
• Attend all trainings and information meetings as required.
• Perform basic first aid/CPR as needed and appropriate
• Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety
• Report unsafe acts or conditions, which required the attention of any person other than the driver
• Work positively with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization
• Work with colleagues in a collaborative manner and be a positive team builder
• Meet multiple demands in a pressure situation and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Deal with the public, other agencies and district employees in a positive and productive manner
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
• Perform other school van driver related duties as directed by supervisors

TERMS OF CONTRACT :

• Salary:
  Classified, Van Driver: $24.32- $28.73/hour
• Length of
  
  Contract:
  
  3 hours/day, 180 days/year (540 hours/year)
• Benefits/Leaves:
  Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.…