Bus Driver

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Job description

Bus Driver JobID: 295 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/9/2024 Location: Kittitas School District Date Available: 09/04/2024 Additional Information: Show/Hide KITTITAS SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Bus Driver Direct Supervisor: Transportation Director POSITION: Bus Driver LOCATION: Kittitas School District HOURS: Approximately 5 hours/ day, 189 Days/year Representation: Public School Employees of Washington Salary: PSE Salary Schedule 24-25 PSE Salary Schedule Benefits: PSE Classified Employee Benefits Position Description: The Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students and other authorized persons over regular school routes and extra-curricular and special activity trips as authorized by the school district in all types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow, and ice. Essential Job Functions: This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties: Drives a school bus carefully and safely at all times on scheduled routes and/or on all types of trips in support of district approved activities both within and outside of the school district boundaries. Supervises and maintains control of student passengers as related to safety and report unsafe acts or conditions which require attention of any person other than the driver. Operates all hand and foot controls installed in bus as requirement by Washington State (minimum) School Bus Specifications. Operates school bus in accordance with Washington State laws and policies promulgated by Superintendent of Public Instruction. Performs required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment. Services, inspects, and cleans buses and related equipment, (to include interior/exterior; sweeping and washing; installation of fuel, oil, and coolant; tire inflation, etc.) as required by state and district policy. Operates and services all school bus equipment and accessories including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, snow chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc. Completes forms, records, timesheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports misconduct reports, accident reports, and other clerical type activities as may be required by the state or district policies and procedures. Attends all mandatory classes related to school bus authorization. Performs basic first aid/CPR as appropriate. Maintains updated knowledge of district policies and procedure that affect this position. Maintains consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours. Professionally interacts with students, staff, and public. Complies with all district policies and procedures. Other Job Functions: A. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED. At least five (5) years prior driving experience. Preferred Education and Experience Commercial driving experience. Required Skills, Knowledge and or Abilities Ability to handle buses under normal or abnormal conditions. Ability to establish and maintain a professional and positive working relationship with students, parents, staff and the general public. Ability and desire to be a positive role model for students. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Other Be at least 21 years old and have five (5) years driving experience. Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License. Qualify for a Commercial Driver's License. Required to provide a satisfactory Driver's Abstract showing professional and person driving record. Pass physical examination. Record of dependability, flexibility, and regular attendance. Physical Demands The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following conditions: Significant: (i.e. sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds) Frequent: (i.e. standing, bending, carrying; use of phone; use of copy machine) Occasional: (i.e. driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine) Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day) Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day) Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day) The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer. APPLICATION PROCESS: Complete district classified application, cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to the Kittitas SD . Open until filled. Kittitas School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim LaGrange, Superintendent ; Title IX Coordinator: Section 504/ADA Coordinator: , State and Federal Programs Director, ,. 601 N Pierce St. PO Box 599 Kittitas, WA 98934

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