Bus Driver

Bus Driver Job DescriptionStarting Wage: $20.60Immediate Supervisor: Kaw Valley USD 321 Transportation DirectorSchool Bus Driver Qualifications/Requirements:Each person employed by Kaw Valley USD 321 who will provide student transportation shall be licensed in accordance with K.S.A. 8-234b and amendments thereto.Bus Drivers (for gross vehicle weight of over 26,000 pounds and designed to transport over 16 passengers):Shall maintain a commercial class A or B driver's license, with both "P" (passenger) and "S" (school bus) endorsementsComplete Entry Level Behind the Wheel Training (ELDT) with a FMCSA registered training provider - minimum of 12 hoursMust pass Kansas Department of Transportation required background check and drug testingComplete an approved First Aid/CPR course (within 30 days of the first day of student transport, and certification renewed and kept current)Pass a state approved Defensive Driving Course (within 30 days of the first day of student transport, and renewed at minimum every 3 years)Have a physical examination in accordance with the Kansas Department of Transportation form 1541Attend 10 safety meetings annuallyRoute drivers must be a minimum of 18 years of age, Activity Drivers must be a minimum of 21 years of age.School Bus Driver Duties/Responsibilities:Maintain daily transportation logs (including documentation of safety checks) and submit to supervisorReport mechanical problems or routine maintenance needs to Director of TransportationCollaborate with other drivers and transportation personnel to develop and implement daily routes as well as monthly planning of activity tripsCommunicate effectively and in a professional manner with parents and other stakeholdersMaintain a route map in assigned bus and current copy with Transportation Director and Building AdministratorFollow pick-up times as indicated on route sheetsMaintain cleanliness of assigned bus (both inside and outside)Maintain a safe and orderly environment while driving the bus