Bus Driver

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver

Date Posted:
2/26/2025

Location:
Salida del Sol Academy
(High-Needs School)

Date Available:
07/01/2025
POSITION SUMMARY
Full Time & Part Time Available


Daily routes, driving for athletic events (locally) and grade-level field trips. These trips would typically be the Denver Zoo, Museum, etc, School bus drivers are responsible for operating a school transportation vehicle over an assigned route abiding by all rules and regulations as provided by school policies and local, state and federal governmental agencies. Responsible for the safety and well-being of students, staff while providing transportation services to special events, such as field trips or sporting events. Drivers must deal with students, parents, staff, and community members in a courteous and respectful manner. It may be necessary to receive and forward complaints about schedules, quality of service or other issues related to transportation.


Drivers will track and document a number of matters related to fuel consumption, miles traveled, number of students transported, etc. Reports will be submitted on a regular basis.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age
• Valid Colorado driver's license
• CDL endorsement
• First Aid and CPR certification/training
• Bilingual skills - Spanish & English desired

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate school bus in a safe and responsible manner
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good problem-solving ability; good judgement
• Ability to interact appropriately with children of different ages
• Ability to complete daily record keeping reports

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Further the Mission of Salida del Sol Academy
• Pick up and deliver students as per schedule
• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance check
• Perform minor maintenance duties such as filling fluid levels to the appropriate levels
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean of trash/debris
• Responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies
• Track and document the amount of fuel used, number of students transported and miles driven, and submit report to assigned supervisor
• Deal with students, parents and staff in a courteous and respectful manner
• Reports any and all safety issues, student misbehavior or other job related duties to the assigned supervisor

Beginning pay approximately $24.22/hr depending on experience


For Full Time position:
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
Accrued Paid Leave at 8 hours per calendar month worked