Driver and Operations Support

Berks Career & Technology Center Driver and Operations Support

PD-520 1 10/05/2026 JOC APPROVED 06/28/2023 AGENDA ITEM 12.D.3. NOTICE OF VACANCY DEPARTMENT: Transportation Team CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff REPORTS TO: Director of Operations LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Current federal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with valid Pennsylvania endorsements for school bus and air brakes. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Possess High School Diploma or GED.

2. Ability to safely operate any and all vehicles currently in the fleet required.
3. Knowledge of Berks County roads and Pennsylvania Vehicle Code required.
4. Pass bus driver's physical, substance abuse tests, and Pennsylvania clearances for criminal background and child abuse history required.
5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
6. An exemplary attendance record is required.

POSITION GOAL: Transport students between the school districts and the respective BCTC campuses in a safe, efficient and effective manner. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

General

1. Maintain proper discipline on the vehicle and report any discipline problems to supervisor.
2. Maintain open and timely communication with instructors utilizing transportation services and with administration regarding schedules, trip details, delays, changes, concerns, or other transportation-related matters.
3. Follow established schedules for internal bus runs, field trips, and other assigned transportation needs, including reporting on time and completing routes and trips as scheduled.
4. Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections according to Pennsylvania CDL regulations and school bus prescribed procedures.
5. Report needed repairs or maintenance to supervisor and/or garage mechanic.
6. Maintain cleanliness of vehicle inside and outside, which includes washing of vehicles.
7. Maintain proper log sheets and other paperwork as directed by the supervisor.
8. Complete an internal mail run, bank run, and other errands or trips to pick up supplies as requested by the Director of Operations and/or designee.
9. Other maintenance and/or custodial tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis by the Director of Operations and/or designee.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

PD-520 2 10/05/2026 POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: See attachment. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time: Schedule congruent with the school year calendar; regular schedule is 6.5 hours per day. SALARY: Hourly rate as determined by Joint Operating Committee action. EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

CONTACT TO APPLY: Human Resources Department In-house calls dial extension 2312/2318 or external calls 610-743-7645. Berks Career & Technology Center 1057 County Welfare Road Leesport, PA 19533 DEADLINE TO APPLY: on or before Monday, October 19, 2026. The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Berks Career and Technology Center Business Office of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

BCTC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATIONAL AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION. Berks Career & Technology Center ADA POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (Addendum to the Position Description and Notice of Vacancy)

CLASS TITLE Driver and Operations Support DEPARTMENT Transportation

The position description or notice of vacancy should include the position purpose and responsibilities statement to include the position's intent. SKILLS REQUIRED: NUMBER SKILLS (Check one) WRITING SKILLS (Check one) SENSORY SKILLS (Check all that apply) No number skills required No writing skills required Visual Counting skills Limited (write and take simple notes) Hearing Basic math skills (+, -, x, /) Extensive (prepare and organize Speaking Advanced math skills (fractions, complete document) Other communication skills acceptable %, formulas, equations) VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS (Check one) READING SKILLS (Check one) No verbal communication required KEYBOARD SKILLS (Check one) No reading skills required Limited (give and take directions) No Keyboard skills required Recognition of letters/words Extensive (provide information and Keyboard skills required Understanding of written directions assistance regularly) Other communication skills acceptable

OVERALL AMOUNT OF TIME THE EMPLOYEE SPENDS: Standing 0 % Working indoors 90 % Alone 60 % Walking 15 % Working outdoors 10 % In Groups 40 % Sitting 85 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Specify approximate number of people: 10-40

ESSENTIAL RANGE OF MOTION: (Place checkmark in the box that best represents the frequency of each required physical activity) ACTIVITY Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously MOVEMENT Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Climb Ladder Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Climb Stairs 0 - 10 lbs. Crawl 11 - 25 lbs. Kneel 26 - 50 lbs. Lift Over 50 lbs. Mop/sweep Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Reach above shoulder 0 - 10 lbs. Reach at shoulder 11 - 25 lbs. Reach below shoulder 26 - 50 lbs. Work above ground Over 50 lbs. Work underground HAND/FOOT COORDINATION Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Ride Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right Shovel Fine Manipulation Sit Gross Manipulation Squat Simple Grasping Stoop/Bend Power Grasping Stretch Hand/Wrist Twisting Twist Foot Use Walk Stand Exposure to dust, gas, or fumes…………………………. YES NO Other If yes, description of exposure: Pumping gas, normal road exhaust, bus cleaning dust Check if typical office conditions. WORKING CONDITIONS: (Describe the physical environment of the position, e.g., range of temperature at work site; dry/wet conditions; noise levels; presence of dusts, odors, gases and/or fumes; lighting levels; ventilation; cramped spaces, etc.) Some exposure to outdoor weather conditions daily to perform pre- and post-trip bus inspections and cleaning with more controlled conditions of interior school bus when driving. Cramped, dusty conditions in enclosed area during bus cleaning. LIST VEHICLES OR MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES, TOOLS, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, AND OTHER SPECIAL EQUIPMENT USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE POSITION: School bus and other school-owned vehicles (truck, step-van, car)