Driver

 

 

The Driver will be responsible for driving the STEM vehicles to school sponsored STEM activities and other events at specific locations throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Driver will also assist as needed with loading, transporting, and unloading school supplies and equipment necessary to support the specific activity or event. The Driver will be responsible for the safe and professional operation of the STEM vehicles to include performing general operator maintenance and preventive checks. Since the STEM vehicles may be required to operate five (5) days per week with a varied schedule dependent on scheduled school events, the Driver will work a varied and flexible schedule that may vary significantly from week to week. The schedule may include a mix of local one-day trips, overnight trips, and occasional weekend travel throughout Pennsylvania. All trips will start and end from the school headquarters building in Harrisburg.

 

• Drive the school’s STEM vehicles to and from STEM events and other school-sponsored activities
• Drive the STEM vehicles back to the storage facility upon conclusion of events
• Prepare, inspect, and operate all STEM vehicles
• Follow routes, traffic laws, and time schedule
• Perform walk-around inspections, general operator maintenance of the STEM
• Maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of all the STEM vehicles.
• Fill fuel tank and water tank as needed
• At school events, assist with setup and organization of event
• Load and unload supplies and equipment
• Assist with the school event and activity setup and breakdown, as needed.
• Conform to federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Report any vehicle accident, vehicle damage, inoperative or inoperable vehicle equipment to the Director of STEM Education immediately.
• Inform the Director of STEM Education of any motor vehicle infractions, change in driver’s license status, and/or change in ability to drive the STEM vehicles immediately.
• Log travel expenses
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of school policies and procedures
• Consistently provide service excellence to all staff, students, family members, and volunteers

• Minimum Education/Certification:
  • Hold a valid Class B Non-commercial Driver’s License and meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
  • Minimum of high school diploma or GED
  • Must be 25 years of age or older
  • Required to pass background checks that includes State Criminal History, FBI Clearance, Child Abuse History Clearance, in addition to PENNDOT and other background verification processes.

• Experience Requirements:
  • At least three (3) full years of verifiable experience within the last five (5) years driving or operating commercial or large vehicles, or certified completion of a qualified, comprehensive driver training.
  • Driving record without motor vehicle violations for five (5) years prior to date of hire, and during employment.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Desire and capability to drive
• Excellent navigational skills and map reading
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Proficient in using a computer and
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise excellent judgement and decision making in a complex logistical environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• High degree of flexibility
• Team player track record

Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ability to pass background checks required for all school employees in
• Must maintain a valid Class A or B Non-commercial Driver’s License and meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
• This position will require extensive travel and frequent overnight

Tools/Equipment used:

• School-owned 38-foot Mobile STEM Lab RV
• School-owned 37-foot Gooseneck Trailer
• School-owned Chevy 3500 Pickup Truck
• Microsoft Suite

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry, or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs
• Ability to independently ambulate
• Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
• Able to independently read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language
• Work hours are typically during the school day but may require earlier start times or later end times due to travel.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to be able to work with computers and associated equipment as well as read and interpret handwritten documents.

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