CDL Driver Multiple Routes

Position: DRIVER- CDL - Multiple

Position Type: Transportation Department

Location: Talladega

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the worlds most comprehensive education rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf Blind DeafBlind multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858 AIDB serves more than 30000 infants toddlers children adults and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega a statewide network of regional centers Early Intervention services traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential day and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) the states largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDBs three K-12 schools Alabama School for the Blind Alabama School for the Deaf and Helen Keller School of Alabama provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Our employees are among the organizations most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (CDL Driver):

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Must meet suitability/background requirements for employment
  

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transportation & Safety Operations

• Safe & Timely Transit: Provide safe and timely transportation for Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) students employees and affiliates.
• Schedule Adherence: Maintain and keep the bus and vehicle on assigned schedule.
• Compliance: Abide by all federal state local and AIDB rules regulations laws and policies.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Perform acceptable pre- and post-trip inspections report any mechanical problems promptly and maintain the cleanliness of the vehicles interior.
• Emergency Response: Remain calm and effectively handle emergency situations as they arise.
• Assigned routes may include local regional and state travel to meet program needs.

Student Supervision & Support

• Constant Supervision: Ensure student safety by never leaving a student unattended in vehicle.
• Behavior Management: Handle and report student discipline problems in accordance with established school guidelines.
• Chaperone Duties: Actively perform chaperone duties as required during transit and related activities.

Administration & Compliance

• Documentation: Complete and turn in all paperwork required by the AIDB Transportation Department.
• Time Tracking: Accurate and truthful timekeeping for payroll purposes.

Professional Development & Training

• Accessibility Training: Must attend wheelchair lift and securement training within six (6) months of employment.
• Sign Language Proficiency: A sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system must be obtained within the thirty-six (36) months of employment.

Upon offer of employment the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals qualifications and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

SALARY: HB-01- $24.12 - $29.07

For eligible employees the following benefits are available: