Bus Driver - Full Time - 26/27 SY

Bus Driver

Provides safe and efficient transportation of passengers according to specified routes and time schedules.

Drivers are responsible for driving buses on assigned bus routes and for driving buses and shuttles for scheduled trips. Duties include activities such as driving buses and/or shuttles on assigned routes and for scheduled trips; inspecting, fueling, and cleaning buses; monitoring the behavior of students; performing bus evacuations; and maintaining records related to incidents, mileage, and vehicle discrepancies.

Job qualifications include demonstrated skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community. Must pass pre-employment drug test and Arizona Dept. of Transportation physical requirements.

Licensing/certification requirements include AZ Commercial Driver's License with P&S endorsement, AZ School Bus Driver's Certificate, Valid IVP Level One, AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPR Certificate with AED, First Aid Certificate. Based upon assignment, AHCCCS number for Medicaid billing may be required within four weeks of hire. Must provide 39 month MVD record.

Minimum required experience: High School Diploma or GED is required; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Employment information: 26/27 school year; 40 or more hours per week; 193 days per school year. Salary: Band A13 $19.28/hr entry level; plus $2.00/hr bus driver stipend. Prior Driving Experience Credit may be awarded for prior passenger bus or heavy vehicle with trailer (over 26,001 lbs.) Commercial Driver License driving experience. Documentation to support prior eligible experience will be required in order to determine if additional compensation is warranted.