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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $27.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Job Description
This position is offered by a reputable educational institution committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for its pupils. As part of the school district's transportation department, the Bus Driver plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students during their transit to and from school locations. The district emphasizes a commitment to safety, punctuality, and discipline within all aspects of its operations to support a conducive learning environment for the students it serves. The employment opportunities for this role are available as both full-time and part-time, providing flexibility depending on the needs of the school... Show More
Job Requirements
- required to stand, sit, walk and use hands and arms continuously in controlling the steering wheel of the bus
- required to continuously use hand and arm strength to grasp and secure the emergency brake and to control the steering wheel during turns more than the average person while performing the duties of this job
- required to frequently bend, squat and twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job
- required to frequently move or lift up to 50 pounds in assisting a child into a booster or car seat
- must be able to go up and down bus steps repeatedly without restrictions
- specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
- must be able to move the leg from the gas pedal to the brake quickly and without restrictions
- must be able to move on and off the bus quickly and without restrictions
- must be able to project the voice loudly but in control so all students can receive instructions
Job Qualifications
- valid commercial driver’s license
- ability to drive an automatic or stick shift
- ability to use all manual equipment inside the bus without straining (manual door, stick shift and brake)
- ability to climb steps and move quickly without restrictions to the back of the bus during a bus evacuation
- minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board
- sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs
- ability to control emotions and maintain passenger discipline
- required criminal history background check
- proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
- no visual or perceptual problems that could interfere with the operation or safety of the bus
Job Duties
- conducts a pre-trip safety inspection of the bus prior to every trip and completes the school bus condition report
- notifies transportation supervisor of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards
- adheres to established routes, designated bus stops and keeps to assigned time schedule
- transports only authorized pupils
- obeys all traffic laws and observes mandatory school bus safety regulations
- maintains discipline on the bus and reports violations to the building principal or other authorized individual
- reports all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the principal and the school business administrator and completes required reports
- participates in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with board policy, and instructs passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules
- performs interior bus cleaning duties daily, cleans windows and exterior as needed, and refuels the vehicle
- performs light maintenance such as checking and replacing water, antifreeze, oil and battery water
- adds air to tires
- replaces burned out bulbs as necessary
- after each route must inspect the entire bus to make sure no students are left on the bus
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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