26/27SY Bus Driver - Transportation

Bus Driver

The district offers paid CDL training for Bus Driver positions. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their 60th day of employment. The District Benefits are very competitive and include health, dental, vision, and a life insurance policy. Supplemental policies through Aflac and LegalShield are also offered at an additional cost to the employee.

Employment Terms: 0.75 FTE / 9-month

Salary Classification: Classified

General Statement of Responsibilities:

The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of students to the District's regular and extracurricular programs.

Principle Duties:

• Ensure and maintain a safe environment for students during loading, transport and unloading and report student misconduct according to established directions.
• Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of students and staff.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for the purpose of being in compliance with the established rules and laws as outlined by DPS and Arizona Traffic Laws.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
• Report all necessary preventative maintenance as directed for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle.
• Prepare and submit required record information on appropriate forms in a timely manner.
• Instruct passengers in the rules and regulations to maintain safety on the bus.
• Assist in the implementation of strategies to manage student behavior and monitor students to ensure the safety of other students and staff on the bus.
• Report observations and incidents and communicate them to appropriate district staff.
• Ability to communicate with and receive direction from the Supervisors or Dispatchers.
• Maintain a clean bus on a daily basis.
• Meet or exceed the District dress code.
• Ability to drive all bus types safely.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Valid AZ Dept of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Possess and maintain an appropriate Arizona Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and AZ DOT Certificate.
• Posses and maintain a safe driving record and meet the requirements for School Bus Driver Certification.
• Obtain and maintain a valid First Aid Training and CPR Certificate.
• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical exam, drug screen and alcohol test.
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds and pass DPS physical performance test.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff, students, and parents.

Occupational Condition:

Medium risk - Work is routinely performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to noise and being on your feet for extended periods of time. Requires standing in inclement weather including summer heat.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear.
• Sit approximately 75% of the time
• Walk and stand approximately 20% of the time
• Kneeling/Stooping approximately 5% of the time
• Lift on a regular basis 30-50lbs
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools and/or controls; and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must maintain order among the students, supervises their behavior and enforces district conduct on the bus.
• Must use own initiative and judgment in performing job
• Participates in continuing education, workshops, in-services, etc., to maintain proficient technical skills and continued professional growth.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to the area of assignment.

Commitment & Dependability:

• Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team.
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service.
• Adherence to policies and procedures.
• Resourceful and adaptable.

Position Expectations:

Time Management: Must be able to prioritize tasks assigned by supervisor.

Stress Management: Periodic stress due to deadlines and multiple schedules.

Public Contact: Interact primarily with students, the public, staff, and parents.

Evaluation Procedure:

The evaluation is done by the Transportation Coordinator in accordance with provisions specified in governing board policy.

Supervision Received:

The Bus Driver reports directly to the Transportation Coordinator.

Buckeye Union High School District