BUS DRIVER

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Job description

Position Title Bus Driver Working Title Bus Driver School/Department Transportation Department Location School Sites Pay Grade Bus Driver Salary Schedule FLSA Status Non-Exempt Reports To Transportation Director / Principal Work Week Schedule Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; some evenings Months/Yr 10 Position Purpose To drive a school bus as assigned To ensure the safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing school buses. Position Analysis Employees who occupy this position understand that their position contains the essential functions of driving a school bus. Minimum Qualification Standards Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License with passenger school bus endorsement and current Driver's Pocket Card. Working knowledge of effective methods of working with children. Knowledge of expected behavior of children and their stages of development. Some knowledge of the school and its community. Ability to accurately record and store data. Ability to be impartial and consistently apply proper methods of recognition, reward, and consequences. Considerable knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a school bus. Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and school bus regulations. Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for school buses. Ability to complete required reports. Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students, and with school personnel. Ability to maintain discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus. Education, Training, and Experience High School Diploma Certification and License Requirements Valid Driver's License with a good driving record Commercial Driver's License with passenger school bus endorsement and current Driver's Pocket Card. Special Requirements Valid North Carolina Drivers License Essential Duties and Responsibilities Driving a school bus as assigned Keeps bus clean and free of all debris which might present a safety problem. Discharge students at authorized school or bus stop locations. Observe all bus safety regulations. Reports all accidents as required by the Transportation Department. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Working Conditions Physical Demands Ability to operate a school bus Ability to climb, lift, and reach regularly. Ability to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, and walk for extended periods. Ability to operate small, medium-sized, or large-capacity vehicles. Ability to operate a computer and other job-specific devices and tools. Ability to visually inspect small defects and/or small parts. Ability to observe general surroundings and activities. Work Environment Must be able to work in classrooms and other public school environments and come in direct contact with staff and students. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time. Version Date(s) September 4, 2024

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