Square One
Job Posting
Job Posting #: 0044
Date
of Posting:
Monday,
June 28, 2010
Posting Expires: Monday, July 12, 2010
Job
Location: Transportation
Job
Title:
Van Driver
Normal Work Week: Full-Time; 35 hours per week
Base Salary: $9.84 per hour
_XXX _ Bargaining Unit Positions _ _ Non-bargaining Unit Position
Please see attached job description.
Internal
Applicants: If you are applying for a position internally, you must make sure you
inform your immediate Supervisor or Director of your intent.
Failure to comply with this process may result in the loss of internal
candidate status. Please contact Rick Tremblay at 959 Main Street,
1st floor, Springfield, MA 01103 or by phone at (413) 858-3114;
E-mail: rtremblay@startatsquareone.org. All internal applicants
must apply by contacting the Human Resource Dept. within (10) ten working days
of the date of the actual posting.
External
Applicants: Please apply in person or by
mailing in your resume and cover letter to 959 Main Street, 1st
floor, Springfield, MA 01103. You may e-mail your resume or cover letter
to rtremblay@startatsquareone.org
Square
One is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free
Employer.
SPRINGFIELD
DAY NURSERY
JOB
DESCRIPTION
Title: Van Driver
Qualifications:
1.
Be
at least 21 years of age.
2.
Possess
high school diploma or equivalent.
3.
Possess
valid Massachusetts Class III driver license for at least three (3) years. Possess valid Massachusetts 7D driver
license or have the ability to obtain such a license.
4.
Possess
valid CPR & First Aid Training Certificate.
5.
Ability
to produce successfully completed Background Record Check and driving record
check through the Department of Motor Vehicles.
6.
Defensive
driving skills. Ability to read and
understand local street maps. Knowledge
of Springfield and surrounding community streets.
7.
Have
the personal qualities to interact appropriately with parents and children;
have the ability to maintain order during the routes.
8.
Have
the physical capabilities to bend, lift and secure children requiring such
assistance.
9.
Punctual,
dependable and ability to work split shifts.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
1.
Performs daily safety check of vehicle and equipment, reporting any
problems to Transportation Director or van driver in charge immediately.
2.
Ensures that vehicle has adequate gasoline prior to beginning route.
3.
Reports any mechanical failures, repair or maintenance needs or supply
replacement immediately to Transportation Director or van driver in charge.
4.
Delivers and pick-up the vehicle for scheduled and emergency
maintenance.
5.
Completes daily mileage log and expense logs.
6.
Completes daily route reports and de-briefs appropriate staff regarding
issues, concerns, absences, problems.
7.
Deals effectively with behavior problems during the route. Reports any problems or concerns immediately
to Transportation Director or van driver in charge.
8.
Assists in seating and belting children upon entry to vehicle as
specified in Department of Motor Vehicle booklet for 7D drivers.
9.
Assists in unbelting and exiting the vehicle as needed and as specified
in Department of Motor Vehicle booklet for 7D drivers.
10. Implements agency transportation policies
and procedures as set-out in the transportation contract established by
Springfield Day Nursery.
11. Releases children only to individuals
identified as approved for release; contact the office when in question.
12.
Returns child to site of placement when no approved release person is available
to take child in afternoon.
13. Contacts Corporate Office immediately when
an emergency situation arises.
14. Additional duties as assigned by Director of
Transportation.
Accountability:
To
the Director of Transportation
______________________________________________________ _____________________
Signature Date
1/98