TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT

Transportation AssistantPosition PurposeUnder the direction of Director of Transportation, transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route, perform regular safety inspections, perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to Transportation, answer telephones and radio calls to assist in smoother operation of transportation office.Qualification ProfileHigh School diploma or equivalentValid Class A or B drivers license with PS endorsement or willing to obtainAbility to pass the U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical examAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to communicate effectively with othersAbility to operate a busEssential Job FunctionsOperate a two way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communicationOperate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned softwareConduct daily safety inspections of buses and white fleet Operate a bus along a designated route or field tripsAssign/Prepare vehicles for tripsEnsure all vehicles have fuelAssist in Routing System to ensure all students are routed including developing new routesSchedule maintenance for all vehiclesOrder parts for shopPerform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to transportation, greet and assist visitorsInput a wide variety of data into an assigned computer systemAdditional dutiesPerform related duties as assigned.EquipmentUse standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.Travel RequirementsTravel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProper operation of school busApplicable radio codes and proper usage of two way radio.Modern office practices, procedures and equipmentRecord-keeping and report preparation techniquesTelephone techniques and etiquetteOperation of computer and assigned software Physical and Mental Demands, Work HazardWorks in standard office and school building environmentsAbility to work outdoorsSeasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditionsEvening or variable hoursExposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gasesSitting for extended periods of time