Bus Driver

Showing Up Matters - Sydney, CPSD Bus Driver

Hourly Wage Range - $32.63/hr - $36.22/hr

Hours - 6.0

Days per Year - 191

Shift - TBD, /Varies

Job Title: Bus Driver

Classification Level: Bus Drivers Salary Schedule

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Summary of Assignment: Under the direction of the Director of Transportation or his/her designee, the bus driver is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective transportation of students to and from school. This position is subject to FHWA drug & alcohol testing as provided by District Policy 5259.

Essential Functions:

• Operates school buses on assigned routes and trips in support of district approved activities both within and outside the school district boundaries.
• Practices defensive driving at all times, and displays courtesy to other vehicle operators.
• Operates all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specification.
• Operates a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies publicized by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
• Operates school bus in various types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow and ice.
• Maintains control of student passengers as related to safety and behavior and in accordance with district procedures. May include reporting unsafe actions and working directly with parents and building administrators to correct unsafe behavior of students.
• Completes legible and accurate forms, records, timesheets, reports and other clerical type activities as may be required by the State or district policies and procedures.
• Successfully completes school bus driver training programs and courses established by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, completes training programs and courses as offered by Clover Park School District's Transportation Department.
• Performs daily pre/post trip operation and safety inspections as required of the school bus and related equipment. This includes refueling, checking and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle inside and out, checking for damage to the exterior/interior of the school bus.
• Prepares for and performs basic first aid and emergency evacuations as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school district personnel.
• Foster and maintain positive, productive and cooperative working relations with District staff and patrons.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Requires high school diploma or GED
• Experience in driving passenger vehicles for a minimum of three years or one year experience driving a commercial vehicle requiring a special endorsement.
• Acceptable driving record as defined in WAC 392-144-103 (2)(3). Driving record free of all major violations such as DWI or negligent driving, with a limited number of minor violations.
• Physically able to perform daily, routine school bus vehicle safety inspections; necessary emergency road services; use all hand and/or foot-operated controls and equipment found on state minimum specified school buses and maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions.
• Possess sufficient strength and agility to move about in a school bus as required to provide assistance to students as they enter or exit a school bus through passenger service door or while evacuating the bus during an emergency. Have no physical limitations which would prevent satisfactory performance of job duties

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to demonstrate and pass required written and physical proficiency examinations for school bus driver.
• Able to drive all sizes and types of buses operated by the district.
• Ability to apply rules, regulations and procedures in accordance with district policies while working within designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to exchange information accurately and appropriately.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a punctual and excellent work attendance record.
• Ability to adapt to changes in all transportation operations while calmly handling predictable and/or emergency situations and conflicts.
• Ability to read and interpret street and road maps.
• Ability to present a professional appearance and positive attitude when communicating and interacting with students, parents, fellow workers and the general public.

Certification and Licenses:

• Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial driver's license with passenger/school bus endorsement with airbrake restriction removed. An individual who is a diabetic being treated with insulin may hold a school bus driver authorization if they meet the requirements outlined in WAC 392-144-135.
• Possess a valid Washington State School Bus Drivers Authorization
• Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Card.
• For positions located on or assigned to routes on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) only: Ability to obtain and maintain access to JBLM in compliance with the REAL ID Act and all applicable installation access requirements.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Ability to use fingers, hands and arms, sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, walk, reach and perform recurring physical activity requiring ordinary strength. Ability to hear and see, to perform duties of driving bus. Exposures include traffic, inclement weather at times, cold, heat dust, fumes possible infectious diseases. Constant exposure to moderate level of noise that does not require hearing protection and occasional disruptive behavior of students. Required to operate hand and foot controls. Able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds in difficult working positions. Exposure to vibration of moving vehicle while in a sitting position. Constant mental and visual attention required.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Affiliation: ESPCP

Job Class: Technical

Work Year: 190 days

*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.

**Shifts are subject to change

Conditions of Employment: Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Insurance Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link for information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation: Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the link for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, housing, immigration or citizenship status, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorable military discharge or active duty status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, whether they take place on or off school grounds or are offered as part of the district's online or alternative learning programs. This standard will be applied to students as well as designated youth groups including Scouting America which require equal access. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover