Bus Driver

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Job description

Position Type:
Transportation/Warehouse/Bus driver

Date Posted:
7/10/2024

Location:
District-WideEssential Functions

• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and other passengers (e.g. chaperon field trips, transport to/from airport, CTY classes, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student safety during transport to/from and during field trips.
• Cleans assigned vehicles (e.g. interior, exterior, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitization of vehicle.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Drives vehicles (e.g. school buses, vans, etc.) for the purpose of transporting passengers overscheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Fuels assigned vehicle (e.g. oil, water, fuel, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating condition.
• Maintains tools, equipment and/or shop area (e.g. clean/organize shop during summer, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of tools and equipment, and safety within the workspace.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit (e.g. directs Bus Aide when handling severe behavior problems, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all passengers.
• Performs minor body work (e.g. front ends, fenders, upholstery, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the appearance and safe operation of the vehicles.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
• Prepares reports (e.g. mileage, behavior reports, student counts, maintenance records, work orders, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and/or complying with established guidelines.
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel for their action.
• Responds to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff (e.g. schedule, delays, unusual pick-ups, etc.)

for the purpose of providing the necessary information regarding transportation services.

Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Certificates and Licenses Bus Driver's Certificate, CPR/First Aid Certificate, Valid Commercial Driver's License/Passenger Endorsement.
Clearances IVP (Identity Verified Print) Fingerprint Clearance Card
211 Days Position
Starting Pay Rate: $17.57 hr

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