Support - Bus Driver 2026-2027 School Year

Bus Driver

Reports to: Director of Operations

Calendar: 9 or 10 month

Summary: Transports students to and from school and/or activities safely

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned by supervisor.

• Performs pre-trip inspections of vehicle before each route and reports all mechanical defects to supervisor or designee
• Keeps physically fit in order to perform all physical duties of the job: pre-trip inspections, sweeping/cleaning of vehicle, etc.
• Promotes a positive image of the District through appropriate dress; proper school bus operation; and in dealings with parents, teachers, patrons, and all school personnel
• Keeps bus clean inside and out, including regular cleaning of windows and mirrors
• Fuels bus as required
• Adheres to all Board policies and transportation department procedures
• Successfully completes all training and passes all written and skills exams associated with training
• Maintains discipline on the bus, following district procedures
• Drives on any bus or route as assigned by supervisor
• Completes all paperwork as required by supervisor
• Attends all in-service training classes
• Keeps route information updated
• Uses the steps for picking up and discharging students as per the Oklahoma State Department of Education guidelines
• Runs all bus routes on a designated schedule
• Performs all practice emergency evacuations as scheduled
• Works well with both supervisors and other members of the team
• Maintains consistent and punctual attendance
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor or administrator

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: HS diploma or GED. Clean driving record and pass drug test

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License with a passenger and school endorsement and air brakes qualified

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students. Ability to read and understand maps. Ability to physically manage students and equipment. Ability to observe unusual student behavior and advise supervisor. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to supervise children. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and is occasionally required to walk or stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee frequently uses hand strength to grasp equipment or students. Employee must be able to frequently ascend and descend bus steps unassisted. Must be able to assist physically disabled students on and off the bus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 90 pounds, such as students in wheelchairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Pass all required drug screens. Must not be insulin dependent diabetic, per DOT regulations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 100 and below 32 and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with public and other workers. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of others. The noise level in this environment is frequently loud enough that the employee must raise his/her voice to be heard.