Van Driver - Floater

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• Van Driver
• Floater (26000148) Job Description Van Driver
• Floater
• ( 26000148 ) Description This position is a Support; Level 12 position.

The salary range for this position starts at $44,989 and increases based upon education and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Floater Van Driver works cooperatively with the Supervisor of Transportation, the Transportation Coordinator, Lead Drivers, as well as parents, principals, teachers, instructional assistants, and other drivers in all matters related to the transportation of school students. The Floater Van Driver has the responsibility for intermittent, temporary, or short-term routes as needed and primarily for coverage purposes and expected to be available to transport to all locations within

Bucks County Essential Functions:

This position will not have an assigned route but be called for coverage purposes. Specific routes will be intermittent, temporary, or short term in nature Provides support with a range of duties as requested by the Bucks IU, such as data entry, distribution of equipment and supplies, and assisting the lead drivers with operational tasks Knows and obeys all traffic laws; maintains a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License. Transports students from their home district to classroom location. Checks work email daily and communicates effectively with department. Maps out assigned route efficiently and communicates all necessary information to parents/guardians. Identifies any improvement opportunities and reports them to the Transportation Coordinator and/or Lead Driver in charge of routing. Submits incident and accident reports timely to the Supervisor of Transportation and Coordinator. Performs mandatory pre-trips before and after each operation for mechanical defects and notifies the office of any issues or damage to the vehicle. Assists children in and out of the van and their securements.

Other Duties:

This position description does not express, nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization

Competencies:

• Problem Solving
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills
• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Business Acumen
• Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness
• Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.

Supervisory Responsibility:

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

Traveling to locations countywide.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Physically able to install/operate equipment needed for assigned route. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will be subject to outside environmental conditions with moderate noise level. Visual acuity with or without vision aids, ability to distinguish colors. Be free of impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger, or an arm, or other structural defects of limitations likely to interfere with the ability to safely control of vehicle. Depressing fuel and brake pedal with right foot and leg requiring 70 psi. Steps to enter and exit vehicles, step down 3.5 feet to exit emergency door.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Work hours are 8 hours per day but may include early morning and late afternoon hours with breaks throughout the day. Hours are dependent on the needs of the Transportation Department.

Travel:

Available to transport to all locations within Bucks County.

Qualifications Certificates, Licenses, Registration:

To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary. As required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Valid PA driver's license 2. Motor Vehicle Report clear of violations (per the recommended guidelines and at the discretion of the Bucks IU)

Level of Degree, Skills, Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills Effective communication skills Ability to function independently without general supervision. Three years of any driving experience Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA

Employer:

The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Primary Location :

US-PA-DOYLESTOWN

Work Locations :

Itinerant Countywide 705 N Shady Retreat Road

DOYLESTOWN 18901

Job :

Support Organization :

Bucks IU Business Unit Schedule :

Full-time Employee Status :

Regular Travel :

Yes, 75 % of the

Time Job Posting :

May 3, 2026, 11:00:00 PM