Bus Attendant

Jackson County ISD • Jackson, MI

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide support to students who require additional assistance during transportation and serve as a substitute bus driver when needed. Ensure safe and timely transport of students along designated routes in accordance with established schedules.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• No more than 6 points on driving record.
• Able to successfully complete and utilize courses in first aid techniques.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have and maintain a Michigan driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, class B designation with C, P and S endorsements, and pass the air brakes test, before the end of probationary period.
• Good driving record at time of hire and throughout the term of employment.
• Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers, students and parents.
• Ability to read and understand maps.
• Ability to pass State Bus Driver Skill Test, State Bus Driver Written Test, Department of Transportation physical including drug test, and MDE Basic Training Program.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
• The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of others.

Nice To Haves

• Reasonable accommodation may be considered for the licensing requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in wheelchairs on and off the vehicle and secure wheelchairs on the bus.
• Manage student behavior problems.
• Position students.
• Lift students.
• Restrain students as necessary, consistent with training.
• Monitor conduct of students.
• Assist students with other needs as identified.
• Communicate in an appropriate fashion with students, parents and employees.
• Clean and disinfect vehicle – including sweeping, washing, mopping and cleaning exterior of vehicle.
• Substitute for bus driver. Bus driver responsibilities include but are not limited to pre- and post-trip inspections, planning routes, fueling the bus and many of the responsibilities listed for Attendants.
• Administer first aid.
• Maintain written records.
• Load and unload equipment, materials, etc.
• Regular and predictable in-person attendance is required for this position.
• Various other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance for the employee
• Option to add eligible family members through payroll deduction
• Paid long-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Paid sick days
• Paid personal business days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED