Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Qualifications:

• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver's license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P/S endorsement.
• Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education.
• Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirements.
• Must meet background clearance as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Reports To: Transportation Coordinator

Annual Calendar Days: 183 days (9 Months)

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals.
• Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
• Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
• Prepares and submits an accident report when involved in an accident.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits forms as required.
• Performs post-trip inspection of the bus.
• Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
• Maintains a clean bus.
• Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
• Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
• Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.
• Regulates heating, cooling, and/or ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
• Notifies supervisor and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.
• Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations.
• Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members, and other employees.
• Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.
• Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.
• Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assigned.
• Attends scheduled training.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Reports identified mechanical needs to the Transportation Department.
• Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor(s).