Bus Driver

School Bus DriverPrimary function: Transports school bus passengers between assigned stops and schools according to specified routes and time schedules. Maintains order during trip and adheres to safety rules when loading and unloading passengers.Minimum Qualifications:Must be 21 years of ageValid Class A or B CDL with Air brakes, Passenger, and School Bus endorsementsValid Indiana State School Bus Certificate IC 20-27Must meet or exceed the medical requirements of the State of Indiana as stated by IC 20-27-8-1Valid CDL PhysicalMust have good communication skillsMust be able to follow instructions and directionsMust have a current CPR and First Aid certificationMust be physically able to complete Physical Performance StandardsGeneral knowledge of the city and county roads; skill in the safe operation of a school bus; ability to detect malfunctioning equipment; ability to assist children using patience and understanding; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, parents, school personnel, and students.Responsibilities:Exercises greatest care at all times in transportation of school childrenTakes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, employees, equipment, and propertyReports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as reasonably possibleInstructs pupils who ride buses in rider safety annually, and practices emergency exit drills at least twice annuallyKeeps an updated copy of route in bus, including time bus starts in morning, time it leaves with parking lot assignments (schools, terminal)Operates school bus in accordance with route schedule and designated stopsPerforms daily pre-trip safety inspection of vehicle as per School bus driver handbook, and reports damage and/or malfunction to garage promptlyPerforms daily post-trip inspection of the entire interior and exterior of the bus, clean, sweep, fill fuel tank, and check oilReports on number of pupils transported and miles traveled to the Transportation DirectorReport all accidents, delays, and driver absences to the Transportation office immediately. Contact parents immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible, in the event of a student injury, serious illness, or other matter pertaining to the general welfare of the studentSuggest safe and efficient routes, stops, and schedules to the Transportation DirectorAttend in-service training to improve skills, attitudes, and knowledge of school bus driving and pupil controlAttend a minimum of 4 out of 8 mandatory safety meetingsModels non-discriminatory practices in all activities; Complies with and supports Transportation and Administration regulations and policiesADA Physical Demands: The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires frequent changes in sitting, standing and walking throughout the day. The employee may also need to do frequent bending and/or kneeling in order to reach technology components.