Bus Driver

Bus Driver

The job of Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in a safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

Essential Functions

• Advises students, student supervisors and other passengers of behavior requirements for the purpose of enforcing rules and regulations and maintaining safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and student supervisors for the purpose of providing safe ingress and egress from buses including both emergency situations, bus evacuations and normal transport.
• Attends safety meetings and trainings relating to State and district requirements for the purpose of ensuring ability to comply with current standards and guidelines for school bus drivers.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior (e.g. windows, mirrors, sets, floors, ceilings, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining appearance, sanitation and safety of vehicles.
• Communicates with a variety of people (e.g. students, student supervisors, parents, site staff, police, etc.) for the purpose of providing and/or acquiring information relating to job functions.
• Conducts semi-annual emergency drills for the purpose of ensuring the ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Drives school vehicles (e.g. buses, vans, etc.) for the purpose of transporting students and student supervisors over scheduled routes and to/from school and/or field trips.
• Inspects assigned vehicles (e.g. pre and post-trip, check list, brake system, oil levels, coolant levels, tire pressure, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the vehicle is in a safe operating condition and meeting state requirements.
• Monitors bus operations, route conditions and rider activities for the purpose of ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Prepares reports and documents (e.g. vehicle and/or passenger incident reports, student counts, daily mileage, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support relating to safety, legal requirements, and/or equipment maintenance.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level C Sufficient to read and write technical instruction, understand standardized methods, operate specialized and varied equipment, perform standard mathematical applications. Learning development involves the equivalent of some technical or vocational training beyond high school, often resulting in a certification.

Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of light-weight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level A Job requires ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange Routine information, provide routine assistance, and/or help maintain harmony among work associates.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 2 Somewhat disagreeable conditions. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions. occasional exposure to safety hazards, disease, or contamination results in chance for lost-time accidents. Occasional exposure to noise, temperature extremes, etc

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: Job related experience is required

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Commercial Driver's License School Bus Driver Certificate. A Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate. Pre-employment and Annual testing includes: Alcohol and Drug Test, DOT Medical Exam, DPS Physical Agility Test

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 111

Work Calendar: Support 9 Month