Bus and Van Drivers, School or Special Client

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.

Duties

• Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Escort small children across roads and highways.
• Make minor repairs to vehicles.

Requirements

• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Inspect motor vehicles.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Record operational details of travel.
• Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
• Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
• Read maps to determine routes.
• Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
• Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
• Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.
• Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

Nice To Haves

• AOL MapQuest
• Barcode scanners
• Bus warning lights
• Cell phones
• Digital surveillance camera systems
• Emergency exit doors
• Emergency first-aid kits
• Global positioning system GPS receivers
• Microsoft MapPoint
• Microsoft Windows
• On-board data input terminals
• Passenger buses
• Portable fire extinguishers
• Powered service doors
• Radio frequency identification RFID devices
• Snow chains
• Tire pressure gauges
• Two way radios
• Web browser software
• Wheelchair lifts
• Wheelchair restraint systems

About Us

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and nurturing their growth in a faith-centered environment? Ragin Prep is looking for dedicated educators to join our team.

As an independent Christian academy, we are committed to cultivating a love for learning, strong moral values, and a sense of purpose in each student.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference every day guiding students academically, spiritually, and personally.

Come be part of a supportive community where faith and education work hand in hand to prepare the next generation!