Vehicle Driver III (20-012) PART-TIME
POSITION: Vehicle Driver III PART-TIME
DEPARTMENT: Weekends Home
POSTING #: 20-012
TWC JOB ORDER: 13885628
MONTHLY SALARY: Salary will commensurate with experience
SHIFT: 20 HOURS/WEEK Fridays-1:30pm-11:30pm and Sundays-9:00am-7:00pm
One time per month the work day may shift to Thursday and/or Monday. Must be available these days.
OPENING DATE: 11/5/19
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION #: 9324
GROUP #: A12
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Drives students and staff to designated cities throughout Texas on weekends for Weekends Home program; serves as an emergency back-up driver during shift when not driving
- Serves in supportive role on trips by assisting staff with the management of students
- Assists students on and off vehicles; ensures safe and timely arrival to destination
- Maintains discipline and safety of students during transportation
- Maintains vehicle operation records and provides information for vehicle repair log
- Performs routine vehicle maintenance functions, including checking fluid levels, tire pressures and related items
- Reports problems and potential hazards in vehicle operation to supervisor
- Maintains vehicle cleanliness
- Provides direct care as required
- Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures
- Performs related work as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
** Applicants who meet all the minimum qualifications with the exception of the current CDL, Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training and Air Brake Certification may be considered on the condition that they obtain the required training and certification within the first two months of employment.
- High school graduation or equivalent
- One year full-time professional driving or closely related experience; may substitute 30 college credit hours (one year) from an accredited college or university for required experience
- Texas Commercial Driver License Class A or B, including a good driving record
[Copy of Texas Commercial Driver’s License required at time of interview] ***If the route duties can be fulfilled using an AB mini bus, then the applicant has two months from date of hire to obtain a full CDL Class A or B.
- Must have or be willing to obtain Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certificate which requires a physical exam before driving
- Must have or be willing to obtain Air Brake certification
- Must be able to speak, read and write English
- Must have a work reference available by phone during regular business hours
- Pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current air brake and passenger endorsement
- Experience with commercial or public transportation and working with children with disabilities