Bus Driver

Bus DriverJob Title: Bus DriverDepartment: TransportationAssignment: Drive students safely to and from school and extracurricular eventsSupervised by: Transportation DirectorPurpose: Provide school bus transportation for Franklin Community Schools students, ensuring the safety of all passengers. Monitor equipment and perform limited maintenance.Duties and Responsibilities:Drives a corporation-owned school bus safely and efficiently while transporting students, staff, and faculty.Performs daily vehicle pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance, including fueling and checking fluids and bus washing and clean-up.Maintains accurate records of work performed.Makes timely reports of accidents, incidents, student discipline and unusual occurrences.Responsible for keeping the school bus clean inside and outside at all times.Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Transportation Director.Maintains accurate daily time sheets.Minimum Job Requirements:High School Diploma or GEDAt least 21 years of ageKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection.Ability to safely and efficiently operate a school bus loaded with students.Conditions of Employment:Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.Have the ability to possess a valid Indiana Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Transport, Air Brake, and "S" School Bus endorsements are requirements for this job.As a Commercial Driver's License employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.Successful candidates must submit to a pre-employment physical examination, physical fitness test, and drug test.Working Conditions and Physical Effort:Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, fumes, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.Light physical effortWork environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require following basic safety precautions.