GROUNDS -MAIL TRUCK DRIVER - PART TIME

GROUNDS -MAIL TRUCK DRIVER - PART TIME JobID: 5123 Position Type: FACILITIES SERVICESDate Posted: 11/4/2026Location: Akron Public SchoolsDate Available: TBD Closing Date: 11/14/2026 Additional Information: Show/HidePosting Opens November 4, 2026 Posting Closes November 14, 2026 The Akron Board of Education announces an opening for a Part Time Grounds-Mail Truck Driver in the Business Affairs Department, Job Code 273, TS 522 (260 Days), Starting Salary TBD, Collective Bargaining Unit None. This is a School Employees Retirement System position. Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/. Please upload a letter of interest, resume and a current copy of appropriate license in addition to completing the online application. The Superintendent reserves the right to either keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with such changes as may be deemed appropriate. For further information, please contact Debra Foulk, Executive Director, Business Affairs, 330-761-2805. Description: This position performs routine delivery of items between buildings throughout the district on a daily basis. This job follows a set delivery schedule on most days, with some variation occasionally for testing schedules or other specific deliveries. Essential Functions:Ensure safety of students, staff and publicPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationDeliver inter-building mail to all school buildings and support buildingsDeliver and pick up Testing material to/from all schoolsDeliver and pick up minor equipment to/from all schools and support buildings such as vacuum cleanersDeliver and pick up items for shredding and storage from all buildingsDeliver and pick up special runs from the print shop as neededImmediately report accidents, injuries and vehicle maintenance concernsMaintain vehicle for cleanliness and safetyPerform vehicle inspection before and after daily tripsAdhere to Akron Schools vehicle operation policies and procedures Other Duties and Responsibilities:Receive, store and distribute all grounds materials, supplies and equipmentAttend meetings as requiredMaintain safety and maintenance recordsMake contacts with the public with tact and diplomacyMaintain respect at all times for confidential information (e.g. personnel/student information)Interact in a positive, professional manner with staff, students and parentsConduct movement of equipment, supplies and inter-school mailPerform related duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Business Affairs Qualifications:Graduation from accredited High School or G.E.D.A minimum of one year experience in a responsible positionPossess a valid State of Ohio Driver's License with less than 6 pointsInsurable by the district insurance provider Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to listen effectively, activelyAbility to problem solveAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to work independentlyKnowledge of the proper care and storage of chemicalsAbility to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels Equipment Operated:Work vehiclesTelephone/radio as determined Additional Working Conditions:Daily requirement to travel throughout the districtOccasional requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, balance, kneel and stoopFrequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 90 poundsOccasional requirement to perform duties in adverse weather conditions (e.g. extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.)Occasional repetitive hand motionOccasional requirement to work near mechanical partsOccasional exposure to fumes, variousIF YOU REQUIRE ANY SPECIAL SERVICES (SUCH AS INTERPRETER, BRAILLE OR LARGE PRINT, OR WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATIONS) COVERED UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, SECTION 102, PLEASE CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-761-2949. IF YOU ARE USING A TTY/TTD, PLEASE CALL THE OHIO RELAY SERVICE, 1-800-750-0750. AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND TRANSGENDER IDENTITY), DISABILITY, AGE, RELIGION, MILITARY STATUS, ANCESTRY OR GENETIC INFORMATION (COLLECTIVELY, "PROTECTED CLASSES").