SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

Butler County Schools Bus Driver

Job Description

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Alabama Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and verification of an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of five (5) years licensed driving experience.
• Certification as school bus driver by Alabama SDE.
• Completion of drug, alcohol, and background screening as required by state and federal statutes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of highway and traffic safety. Ability to operate light and/or heavy-duty buses in a safe and economical way. Ability to understand and carry out both written and oral directions. Ability to exercise appropriate disciplinary techniques. Ability to follow a daily routing schedule. Ability to relate and communicate effectively with parents, students and school personnel. Ability to tolerate highly stressful situations.

Reports To:

Transportation Coordinator

Job Goal

To transport students in a safe, efficient and timely manner.

Supervises:

N/A

Performance Responsibilities:

• * (1) Transport students to and from school and on assigned trips safely and efficiently.
• * (2) Comply with all state and local laws relative to bus transportation.
• * (3) Observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• * (4) Maintain discipline of students and report discipline problems to the school administrators.
• * (5) Fuel bus according to system transportation guidelines/policies.
• * (6) Keep assigned bus clean according to system transportation policies.
• * (7) Follow assigned route and schedule.
• * (8) Recommend to Supervisor changes in bus routes or bus loads.
• * (9) Complete pre-trip safety inspections and notify proper authority of mechanical defects and lateness.
• *(10) Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• *(11) Transport only authorized students.
• *(12) Ensure no smoking, drinking or eating on bus.
• *(13) Instruct students in safety precautions and practices.
• *(14) Conduct bus evacuation as required.
• *(15) Be aware of additional duties related to transportation of special education students, such as door-to-door loading and unloading, assisting with wheelchairs, understanding each student's exceptionality and the development of special loading/unloading procedures.
• *(16) Interact appropriately with children, bus attendants, if applicable, transportation and school personnel.
• *(17) Report all accidents involving a school bus.
• *(18) Communicate well with supervisor, bus attendant if applicable, and schools.
• *(19) Follow all transportation policies and procedures.
• *(20) Communicate effectively with the staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• *(21) Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• *(22) Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• *(23) Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• *(24) Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• *(25) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• *(26) Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• *(27) Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• *(28) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• *(29) Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• *(30) Serve on school/system committees as required or appropriate.
• *(31) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• *(32) Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• *(33) Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• *(34) Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• (35) Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the System's approved compensation plan.

Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the System.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Job Description Supplement No. 08

*Essential Performance Responsibilities