JOB
Under the general direction of the Specialized Transportation Director, the Specialized Transportation Van Driver will transport students with disabilities on "to and from school" routes. Students are transported in vans or vehicles that are rated to transport 10 or fewer passengers.
Salary:
The hourly compensation range is $24.64 - $28.36. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.
Effective 09/01/2026, the hourly compensation range will be $25.28 - $29.10. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.
Assignment:
This position will be part-time, working 20-25 hours per week. The position is on a school year schedule, there will be no work during school breaks (winter, spring, summer).
Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive environment. Bus routes are split shifts, Monday - Friday and regular attendance is expected.
The Van Driver position is only available in Klickitat county.A complete application will include:-
Work history going back 10 years
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At least three professional reference's contact information
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A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
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A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Functions:
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Operate the ESD 112 vehicle in accordance with the State of Washington laws and ESD and program policies and procedures.
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Drive the ESD vehicle on scheduled routes and/or all trips and approved activities.
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Establish and maintain effective and cooperative communication with students, parents, school staff, peers, and supervisors.
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Inspect, clean, and request maintenance service for the vehicle(s) and related equipment.
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Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
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Contribute to and cooperate with the classroom instructional team including the teacher, related services staff, other educational assistants.
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Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Other Functions:
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Supervise and maintain control of students.
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Participate in staff meetings, in service programs, workshops and similar training or program events.
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Other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions:
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Operate ESD vehicle under a variety of road conditions.
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Physical intervention necessary to properly restrain students in compliance with Washington State WACs and Emergency Response protocol.
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Exposure to communicable diseases found in children and adolescents.
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Students may use challenging or offensive verbalizations toward staff and other students with potential for escalation to physical aggression.
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Sit, stand, stoop to attend to student needs and to provide instruction. Strength and agility to assist in physically maintaining a safe learning environment to include emergency response protocols in compliance with Washington State WACs.
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Able to work cooperatively in day treatment program setting.
Employment Requirements:
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Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
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Successful completion of Washington school bus driver training.
