Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Pay Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Classified, Non-Supervisory

Pay Rate: Starting at $25 / hr.

Benefits: Eligible for benefits (see attachment)

Schedule: 178 days; Full-time; 5.5 hrs. / day

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Duties And Responsibilities

Safely operates a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading, and unloading students at designated locations

When needed and as available, transport teachers, students, and others on school field or activity trips

Inspect assigned bus on a daily basis prior to transporting passengers to ensure bus is in good, clean, and safe working order

Maintain order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner in accordance with district policies, procedures, and report any incidents involving student discipline

Follow procedures to ensure no child is left alone on the school bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all students have departed the bus at the end of each trip

Prepare aides and students for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required

Properly evacuate children according to written and practiced procedures when an accident or emergency occurs

Attends all mandatory training

Maintains and enforces all safety protocols and procedures at all times

Represents the WLCSC and WLCSC Transportation Department in a professional way at all times

Job Specifications

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class B CDL with passenger, air brake, and school bus endorsements
• Possession of and maintenance of an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must meet or exceed medical requirements of the US Department of Transportation and the State of Indiana as stated by IC 20-9-1-3-1 Section 1A
• Ability to pass all drug and alcohol tests as required by the US Department of Transportation
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical calculations with sufficient mental ability to handle receipts, road maps, road signs, and to calculate mileage
• Displays positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude
• Ability to work as a team with other staff
• Displays dependability and punctuality
• Ability to physically assist in safety procedures including evacuation of passengers

Working Conditions

Must remain seated for extended periods, operate a bus, assist students with boarding, and manage the safe transportation of children

Will work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.) and navigate through traffic, school zones, and various road conditions

May work near others, often within a few feet

Possible exposure to noise or disruptions while performing job duties