PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for safely transporting students to and from school to athletic events from 3:00 pm until 6:30 pm and 10:30 pm most weekday evenings; occasional weekends. Most runs are local; occasionally out-of-town. Transport students to and from school to school field trips, from 8:00 am until between 3:00 pm most weekdays; occasional weekends.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
● Possess a valid Class C CDL or (Class A or Class B) with Air Brake, Passenger Transport, and School Bus Endorsements
● Possess a valid Medical Examiners Certificate
● A High School diploma or GED
● Perform a pre-trip inspection and fill out pre-trip inspection form before each departure. Turn in pre-trip inspection form (white copy only) weekly.
● First aid and CPR trained
● A minimum of 5 years of experience as a school bus driver
● Follow all local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle
● Clean driving record (no traffic citations in the last 5 years)
● No at-fault traffic accidents in the last 5 years
● Ability to carry out assigned route on time
● Excellent communication skills
● Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
● Report any and all deficiencies in writing to the Director of Facilities or the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
● Record any fuel purchased on the fuel log (include your name and mileage).
● Turn in fuel receipts daily or after each fueling. Put your name, bus number, and mileage on the receipt (do not leave receipts on the bus/van).
● Unplug extension cord from the bus during cold weather before taking off; plug in the extension cord to the bus when temperatures are below 40 degrees.
● Bus/van must be returned full of fuel and ready for the next trip; do not allow fuel to go below a half a tank.
● Inspect each bus/van upon returning from a trip and make sure all trash has been picked up and removed from the bus/van. Sweep out bus if needed. Turn in any items left on the bus van to either Janice Jones or the Division Administrative Assistant.
● Return bus/van to its assigned parking space. You may park your personal vehicle in that space and leave it there until you return.
● Report any and all accidents to the Director of Facilities or the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
● Make sure all windows and doors are closed and locked (including the back door).
● Do not drop off passengers and leave. Drivers must stay at the site with the passengers.
● Do not let bus/van sit and idle after dropping off passengers and while waiting for passengers.
● Turn off all lights, air conditioning, wipers, radio, fans, etc. Check and make sure that everything is turned off when bus/van is returned.
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities.
If you are a responsible driver who enjoys working with children and providing exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team as a Bus Driver!
Job Type: Part-time
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- School bus driving: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Class C CDL or (Class A /B) (Preferred)
- Air Brake, Passenger, Transport and School Bus Endorsements (Preferred)
- First Aid Certification / CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person