Activities Bus Driver

Bus DriversThe Three Forks School District is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Route and Activity Bus Drivers for the 2025-26 school year. Hourly wages will be determined based on the applicant's experience. This position primarily provides transportation for TFS students to and from school and/or activities.Route Drivers: $20.53 minimum starting pay - $29.98 / Hour Dependent upon experience District Paid CDL certification/licensing Signing Bonus $1500Essential Functions:Drives school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned route in accordance with time schedule.Boards and discharges student passengers in a safe and orderly manner.Transports students, staff, and chaperones on field trips, athletic activities, and other special trips.Enforces District policies and procedures related to transportation and maintains discipline on buses.Prepares student discipline citations as needed.Prepares daily reports of mileage, time, and student loads.Maintains bus cleanliness on a daily basis, including washing, as needed.Performs minor bus maintenance checks and reports maintenance needs.Renders first aid or emergency assistance as needed.Maintains good order among students on buses, following District policies regarding discipline of children and contact with parents and other citizens.Instructs students and others on proper bus behavior and emergency procedures.During times buses are not in use, may be assigned to general maintenance and cleanup activities in the transportation department.Ensures compliance with applicable provisions of state motor vehicle code and education code, as related to bus driving and transporting students.Desired Minimum Qualifications:Work history demonstrating dependability and reliability; good driving record; high school diploma or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience likely to provide the desired knowledge and abilities.Possession of valid Montana commercial driver's license, accompanied by satisfactory medical examination report.Holds valid basic First Aid certificate.Holds valid TR-35 Form.Knowledge of safe driving practices.Knowledge of geography of the School District and other districts served.Learn designated bus routes, bus stops, and District traffic hazards.Ability to drive school buses safely over a variety of normal and hazardous road conditions.Maintain order among students on a bus.Make route reports.Keep simple records.Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, the public, and staff members.Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Ability to handle stressful situations.Ability to maintain confidentiality of student matters.Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.Equipment Used: Two-way radio equipment, special needs equipment, telephone/voice mail.Application Materials Needed: District classified application ( Information: Dr Rhonda Uthlaut Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io 212 East Neal