School Bus Driver

Bus Driver

The Transportation and Maintenance department for the Willcox Unified School District is hiring permanent bus drivers. Those selected will be trained on site by our Arizona state certified school bus driver trainer. The curriculum will include pre trip and post trip inspection requirements, as well as classroom, book work, computer generated practice tests, and driving hours. This is done to assist the applicant in acquiring their CDL with the bus driver endorsement. This position is currently being considered as a flex route, meaning that the applicant can choose upon employment if they would like to drive both morning and evening, or just morning or just evening to accommodate other work schedules or commitments. Along with filling the need for route drivers, there are also multiple opportunities throughout the year to drive athletic teams, field trips, tutoring, and Friday school, if desired. Due to the district paying for the physical and test portions of the driver's CDL, this position requires a one year contract to be signed and fulfilled in the first year with compensatory damages to be reimbursed to the district if the contract is voided or terminated during that time. The normal start time for the morning route is 6AM and ends at approximately 8AM. The afternoon route starts at 3PM and normally ends at 5PM and is a 4 day week work schedule. Starting pay for this position is $20 an hour. If you have a strong work ethic, great attitude, like being around kids and are looking for a part-time job, or a second job to supplement your income then this position is certainly one to consider.

Willcox Unified School District No. 13

480 North Bisbee Avenue

Willcox, Arizona 85643

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona School Bus Driver Certificate issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety and Arizona Motor Vehicle Division.
• Obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Meet all federal, state, and district requirements for school bus drivers, including physical examinations, fingerprint clearance, drug and alcohol testing, driver record checks, and training requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a school bus and pass all required driving evaluations.
• Complete all required pre-service and in-service training.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Demonstrate good judgment, dependability, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Ability to manage student behavior and respond appropriately during emergency situations.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports To: Operations Supervisor

Job Goal: To provide safe, efficient, and reliable transportation services for students and authorized passengers while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.

Performance Responsibilities

Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Safely transport students and authorized passengers to and from school, activities, field trips, and other district-sponsored events.
• Maintain all required certifications, licenses, endorsements, and training requirements.
• Participate in required refresher courses, safety meetings, random drug and alcohol testing, and district training programs.
• Conduct and document required student evacuation drills.
• Maintain accurate route information, student rosters, seating charts, mileage logs, and other required records.
• Conduct thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and complete required inspection reports.
• Report mechanical defects, safety concerns, accidents, incidents, or unusual occurrences immediately to the dispatcher, supervisor, and appropriate authorities.
• Keep assigned bus clean, sanitary, and presentable, including sweeping, removing trash, cleaning windows, and maintaining interior cleanliness.
• Follow established routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by the supervisor or dispatcher.
• Exercise responsible leadership and supervision of students while on the bus and during school-sponsored trips.
• Maintain appropriate student discipline and submit Bus Conduct Reports when necessary.
• Attend meetings regarding student conduct concerns as requested.
• Observe all traffic laws, district policies, and school transportation safety regulations.
• Ensure students are loaded and unloaded safely at authorized locations.
• Verify that no student remains on the bus at the completion of each route by conducting a required child-check inspection.
• Transport only authorized passengers.
• Enforce district policies regarding prohibited items, smoking, vaping, alcohol, drugs, weapons, and unsafe conduct on the bus.
• Assist students as needed during loading, unloading, and emergency situations while maintaining student dignity and safety.
• Maintain effective communication with transportation staff, school administrators, parents, and district personnel.
• Complete required reports accurately and within established timelines.
• Report absences and schedule changes according to department procedures.
• Assist substitute drivers with route information when requested.
• Demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Be prepared to respond appropriately during emergencies, accidents, severe weather, medical incidents, or other crisis situations.
• Attend district-required in-service programs, safety training, and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Operations Supervisor, or designee.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections requiring bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and stooping.
• Ability to safely assist students during loading, unloading, and emergency evacuations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to open and close bus doors, emergency exits, windows, and roof hatches.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in person, by radio, and by telephone.
• Ability to meet vision and hearing standards required by federal and state regulations.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to pass all required physical examinations and drug/alcohol screenings.

Terms of Employment

• School year position with additional assignments as approved.
• Ten (10) sick leave days per year.
• Two (2) personal leave days per year.
• Salary and benefits according to the current Classified Salary Schedule.
• Grade 6, Classified Salary Schedule.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with Governing Board policy and administrative regulations pertaining to classified staff evaluations.