Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Reports To: Director of Support Services

Primary Purpose: To ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Arkansas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate school bus

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the mechanic in writing of needed repairs.
• Make written reports of all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures.
• Fuel bus and keep records on mileage, gas, oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Keep assigned bus clean, sweep daily and water hose when necessary.
• Supervise students entering the bus, leaving the bus, and crossing streets or highways.
• Communicate with the building principals, assistant principals, teachers and parents regarding student behavior while on the bus.
• Maintain discipline and report student discipline problems to the appropriate administrator.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Do the required pre and post bus inspection before and after each trip.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kits, fire extinguisher, reflectors and etc.
• Report any hazardous condition along the route.
• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with the transportation office.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and complete required bus driver training program to maintain safety certification.
• Ensure appropriate dress, appearance, and hygiene in the work area.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Support Services.