School Bus Driver

The Aspen School District Seeks School Bus Drivers

Position Title: School Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Classification: Classified Full-time Non-Exempt/Hourly

Contract Period: 9 Month (178 days with some variance depending on the year)

Compensation: SY 2026-2027 Route Bus Driver Schedule

For the 20262027 academic year, all new hires are eligible for a $1,500.00 signing bonus. Please note that this recruitment incentive will be prorated based on the individual's FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) status.

ASD offers district-funded employee and dependent health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to benefit-eligible employees. Other benefits include (as eligible): paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, free transportation for employees from Carbondale to Aspen, employee assistance program, wellness program (can be used for highly reduced or free ski pass), and supplemental insurance (i.e. cancer, disability, etc).

Position Summary

Responsible for the safe operation and basic maintenance of a vehicle transporting students to and from schools or school-authorized events, in accordance with policies and procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to assuring the safe operations surrounding the transportation of all riders; student management and discipline; maintaining schedules and route reference materials; and communication with parents/guardians, students and school officials.

Position Responsibilities

Bus Driver Responsibilities:

• Report to the terminal at required times and maintain assigned scheduled times with an emphasis on safety.
• Operate, inspect and report defects of transportation fleet vehicles in all weather and road conditions.
• Provide support for students with disabilities, including, but not limited to the proper use of transportation equipment, attend to hygienic needs and behavioral challenges, monitor medical conditions and utilize specialized communication tools.
• Communicate with district representatives, parents/guardians and community members.
• Maintain assigned vehicle cleanliness and route guides.
• Be familiar with, adhere to and enforce all regulations, policies and procedures for school bus operation and student transportation safety and conduct.
• Monitor and manage behavior of all riders using management strategies and student discipline while monitoring for suspected child abuse, harassment, bullying and medical conditions.
• Identify and respond to emergency situations on the bus which may include the administration of standard First Aid, body fluid clean-up and evacuation procedures.
• Accept responsibility for and ensure the safe transportation of students and that they are all accounted for after each run, route or trip.
• Complete and submit mandatory paperwork to applicable departments and Agencies
• Provide input to dispatch and supervisors concerning the effectiveness and accuracy of assigned routes in respect to design, student stops, safety issues, time and student information.
• Maintain professional communication and demeanor with all district employees, students and community members while being responsible for a safe and collaborative environment on the bus.
• Communicate on a two-way radio system in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations.
• Successfully complete all required courses, evaluations and meetings.
• Collaborate in the planning of bus evacuation plans and student management techniques on assigned routes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of:
• Vehicle operation
• Demonstrated skills with interpersonal relations and teamwork
• Basic math
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Advanced skills in cooperation and communication with supervisors and co-workers
• Ability to:
• Communicate effectively in the English language both in writing and orally
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English)
• Provide excellent customer service and public relations
• Think critically and solve problems
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Flexible in daily scheduling of job responsibilities
• Manage confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions
• Work independently and in a team environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Commercial Drivers' Class B License with P and S endorsements with no restrictions of Air Brakes; must acquire within 2 months
• Department of Transportation Medical Examiners' Certification; required at entry
• Submit a current Motor Vehicle Record (Must acquire within 2 months
• Current Crisis Prevention Intervention or Safety Care certification; obtain within 90 days
• First Aid/CPR certification- to be obtained within 90 days of employment
• Valid Colorado driver's license
• Child Safety Restraint Systems for School Buses- acq VR). Must be insurable and maintain insurability per Colorado School Districts Self Insurance Pool (CSDSIP) standards; required at entry
• Must pass Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Physical Examination; required at entry
• Must pass transportation equipment evaluation- acq uire within 2 months
• Two-way radio systems- acquire within 2 months
• Operation of Personal Computer or smartphone- ownership required at entry

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years experience driving and operating a vehicle

Work Environment

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Work near moving mechanical parts
• Work in high, precarious places
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Vibration
• Noise

Essential Physical Requirements

• Physical: Standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, sitting, using hands to maneuver, handle or feel, talking, listening, lifting up to 100 pounds, Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus

Acknowledgment

The successful candidate will be required to follow any instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Director. The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change the job description and related duties at any time.