School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Transportation

*No CDL? Successful applicants are offered paid training and testing*

Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance, 20-22% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, free CMC credits, amongst others. For full time employees

Hiring Salary Range: $24.41 - $29.29 per hour

Multiple positions are currently available, including 0.75 FTE positions (30 hours per week) and 0.50 FTE position (20 hours per week and year round positions.

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Signing Bonus: (received after 30 days of employment)

• $2,000- New FT employee with Class BP2, with airbrake license and endorsements
• $1500- New FT employee with Class B, with Airbrake but no passenger endorsement
• $1000- New full time employee that needs CDL
• $500- Part time employee with CDL
• End of School Year Bonus- 5% of hours worked times their hourly wage upon completing the school year.

Summary of Job Description:

Transport students to and from school and/or school-related activities in a safe and efficient manner, while maintaining a positive relationship with students, school staff, and fellow department staff.

We are willing to offer part-time or full-time, focus on school routes or on school sporting events/field trips; we can be flexible. Excellent position for anyone who is looking for a rewarding career with great benefits, those who are retired, those who have kids, or those who want to try something new, fun, and rewarding. Supervised by: Director of Transportation Essential Job Elements:

• Currently hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or be willing to complete the provided/paid training to obtain one.
• Operate a school transportation vehicle in accordance with DOT, Commercial Drivers Regulations, Colorado Motor Vehicle Code, CDE Operational Rules, ECSD Transportation policies and emergency procedures and FCC Regulations
• Pass annual CDE written, driving, pre-trip tests and annual MVR check.
• Pass required CDE Mountain and Adverse weather driving tests and operates a school transportation vehicle safely and skillfully in mountainous terrain and under all adverse driving conditions.
• Possess a high level of responsibility, for the safety of students on the bus.
• Renew licenses, endorsements and certifications as required by Federal and State law.
• Communicate, in a timely manner, with parents and staff regarding issues of student welfare.
• Make appropriate, spontaneous decisions, which affect the safety and wellbeing of passengers and other individuals and property near the bus.
• Submit all required forms and records accurately, completely and in a timely manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance, operate, pre-trip and clean district owned vehicles and equipment to prevent damage and maintain a positive public image.
• Maintain reliable transportation, an accurate timepiece and a working phone.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Contacts: Students, parents, schools, and staff.

Qualifications:

• No nationwide warrants.
• Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam every two years.
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification (training provided; recertification required every two years).
• Hold a valid Colorado driver's license/CDL and meet all ECSD insurance requirements.
• Submit to FMCSA Clearinghouse for yearly driving record queries.
• Successfully complete paid ECSD 80-hour training program to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL-BP2S), if not already held.
• Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and participate in a random drug and alcohol testing program.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Fluency in English required; bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a bonus.