Classified - Bus Driver (5 Routes) @ Transportation Department

Job TitleProvide safe and reliable transportation service by operating a school bus or other location specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route.QualificationsHigh school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.Valid Washington State driver's license.A commercial driver's license. Class A or B with passenger endorsement.Must have a current Washington State Bus Driver's Authorization.Must meet all physical and character standards as established in WAC 392-144-102.Must successfully complete pre-employment physical.Must possess a valid First Aid Card.Bilingual preferred.Essential Job FunctionsReports to duty on time and maintains route on time but in a safe manner.Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.Accept responsibility for assignments and outcomes.Work cooperatively with other staff; maintain positive, respectful relationships and engagements.Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.Maintain district assigned email account; read and respond to messages regularly.Other such job-related tasks as assigned.The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX, Civil Rights, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io