JOB TITLE: Van Driver (Transportation)
HOURLY: Yes
BENEFITS: Yes
GRADE: 2
DEPARTMENT: Operations
LOCATION: Transportation
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-months
REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor
DATE APPROVED: July 8, 2026
Summary:
The Van Driver will provide transportation services to Tolleson Elementary School District students to and from school and other activities using a District vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
Minimum Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required
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Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Class D License.
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Submit to annual and random, Drug and Alcohol Testing.
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Acceptable driving record for the last (3) three years.
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Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
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Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required
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Experience working with children or in a school setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of…
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Rules and regulations of driving a school vehicle, (e.g., pick-up and discharge students only at authorized stop, transport only authorized students and authorized personnel).
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Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
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Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
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Safe uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
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Reading routes, maps and schedules.
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Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.
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Customer service principles.
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Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
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Modern office technology.
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Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
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Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work directions.
Skills in…
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Prioritizing and maintaining vehicles and equipment to provide safe operations.
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Composing and maintaining basic original documents including reports and correspondence.
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Following directions and meeting standards.
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Comprehending reference books and manuals.
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Operating assigned tools and equipment, with reasonable knowledge
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Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.
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Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established protocols
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Essential Functions /Performance Responsibilities:
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Transports students to and from school and other activities using a school van.
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Supervises student conduct and maintains safety at all times.
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Reports undisciplined students to proper authority and fills out required forms.
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Follows established directions for breakdowns and emergencies.
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Reports all accidents to proper authority and completes related reports.
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Maintains accurate written records as required.
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Performs mandatory pre-trip inspections.
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Maintains a clean District vehicle.
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Maintains an awareness of unusual noises or conditions of vehicle, and reports such to fleet maintenance staff.
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Observes all mandatory driving safety regulations.
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Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
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Establish and maintain good rapport with employees, students and community.
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Other job-related duties as assigned.
Work Environment
This position typically requires sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
This position also requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and able to drag up to 125 lbs. Physically able to assist in lifting wheelchairs and students.
Work is performed both in indoors and outdoors environments.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Benefits: Employee benefits in accordance with Board Policy.
Evaluation: Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy for the evaluation of support staff personnel.
