Common use of Route Assignments Clause in Contracts

Route Assignments. 17.4.1 The District will post notices of regular route vacancies. Notices will include route description, approximate time required to complete the route and the deadline for submitting a request for assignment to the route. 17.4.2 Drivers may submit written requests for assignment to a posted vacant route. 17.4.3 Drivers may submit written requests to exchange routes. Requests for route exchanges may be honored if the District determines the exchange is appropriate. 17.4.4 If the District decides to reassign a driver to a different route, the driver will receive notice of the intended action and the reason for the reassignment. Drivers who have received notice of route reassignment may request a meeting with the Transportation Supervisor to discuss the reassignment and/or suggest alternatives. 17.4.5 In assigning routes, the District will consider the previously expressed interests of senior drivers in maintaining and/or increasing hours of employment.