SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

 

Job Summary:

 

The job of School Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

 

Essential Functions:

• Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing regulations and maintaining passenger safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses including both emergency situations and normal transport.
• Attends meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, etc. for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting the certificate requirement/s of a school bus driver.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Drives school bus/s for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Drives thru fuel line for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating condition (e.g. oil, water, fuel, etc.).
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, mirrors, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
• Supervises students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following district policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

 

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

 

Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and operating equipment used in transporting students i.e. large and small buses, vans, etc.

 

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; motor vehicle code sections on student transportation; city streets and locations.

 

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; and working as part of a team.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to enter and exit the bus safely multiple times per day, including climbing and descending steps.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating the bus and maintain focus during driving.
• Ability to grasp and operate steering wheel, gear shift, and other vehicle controls; ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections using hands and fingers.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel during inspections and when securing wheelchairs or assisting students.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move safety equipment, student belongings, or assistance devices.
• Ability to apply sufficient force to operate vehicle controls, including brakes and steering, and assist students as needed.
• Must meet state vision requirements for commercial drivers, including peripheral vision and depth perception, and be able to read traffic signs and student rosters.
• Must meet state hearing requirements for commercial drivers to detect horns, sirens, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in and around a school bus in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and tolerate moderate to high noise levels from traffic and student passengers.
• Ability to maintain alertness and attention for extended periods while driving and supervising students on the bus.
• Ability to evacuate students safely in case of an emergency, which may involve lifting, carrying, or guiding students out of the bus.

Terms of Employment:

 

180 Days; Salary based on district Salary Scale for Bus Driver

 

Evaluation:

 

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

 

Clover School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, students, and applicants.