Bus Driver

STARTING DATE:          ASAP

REPORTS TO:               Director of Transportation

JOB TYPE:                     Full-time

BENEFITS:                     Healthcare, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance offered. 

                                        Paid sick days and personal days.

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Provides for the safe, efficient, and courteous transportation of students. Keeps the transportation director informed about bus activities and emerging issues.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record. 
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus endorsement and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
• Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug tests results.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

• Operates the bus according to all motor vehicle laws. Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Practices defensive driving techniques.  Maintains established routes and time schedules.  Note: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the bus schedule.
• Transports only authorized passengers.  Picks up and unloads students only at approved stops.  Keeps route sheets up-to-date.  Offers routing suggestions.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections.  Checks fire, emergency equipment, and first aide supplies.  Prepares written inspection reports.
• Supervises bus loading and unloading procedures.  Operates the wheelchair lift.  Ensures that wheelchairs are properly secured before the bus starts.
• Inspects harnesses, restraints, and other safety devices.  Immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions and/or defective equipment.
• Monitors student behavior.  Enforces safety regulations.  Maintains high standards for student conduct.  Upholds the student conduct code.
• Participates in training necessary to maintain a commercial drivers license.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

DEADLINE: open until filled

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST