JOB DESCRIPTION
Vehicle Driver
EMPLOYEE:
REPORTS TO: Program Director
JOB SUMMARY
Drives and maintains approved vehicles to transport children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Follows Kiddie Academy® transportation guidelines.
• Drives approved vehicle to and from the academy and specified pick-up sites according to assigned route and schedule.
• Assists children as necessary in entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Takes attendance of children at each pick-up location. Make sure all children are accounted for. Follow the Van Procedures Agreement.
• Maintains a copy of enrollment record for each school-age child in vehicle with complete and updated emergency card information and child's photo.
• Ensures that all children are secured in an individual seat belt before the engine is started, if available. Regulates heating, lighting and ventilating for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local traffic regulations. Reports delays or accidents.
• Completes Daily Vehicle Checklist.
• Notifies the Director when maintenance is needed. Takes a vehicle for quarterly maintenance.
• Inspects vehicles and checks gasoline, oil, and water before departure.
• Cleans and services vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories; checks tire pressure and adjusts mirrors.
• Keeps record of field trips and number of children.
• May assist teachers in supervising children as required.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other similar or related duties as necessary.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and knowledge of all Department of Transportation Guidelines for the transporting of children.
• He/She must meet all state and local requirements for the position, including Motor Vehicle Administration Check, physical and Criminal Background Check.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high.