POSITION SUMMARY :
Safely transports students to and from school as well as school related activities and to assure students' safety while they are on the school bus or other district transportation vehicles.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Inspects the school bus as required before operation.
- Reviews route direction as needed prior to driving route.
- Follows designated routes, times, bus stops and follows safe loading and unloading procedures when discharging students at their school or designated stop.
- Transports authorized passengers.
- Obeys Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
- Completes written reports as required.
- Maintains a clean and fueled school bus.
- Operates the two-way radio.
- Reports all mechanical problems to Transportation Shop.
- Maintains discipline and reports student discipline problems.
- Reports all crashes immediately.
- Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.
- Conducts a post trip inspection after each route.
- Follows the policies and procedures in accordance with the South Washington County Transportation Department Handbook and the provisions listed in the Bus Driver / Assistant Employee Contract.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) :
Required :
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid School Bus License or will train
- Positive interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
- Ability to interact with all ages of children
- Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
- Fully participate in training as requested
- Prompt, regular and reliable attendance
- First aid and CPR training
- Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email and Microsoft Word
Desired :
- Previous School Bus Driving Experience
- Defensive Driving classes
30+ days ago