Bus Attendant

Chandler USD 80 • Chandler, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Work in cooperation with the bus driver to load and unload students and ensure safety and orderly conduct.

Requirements

• Strong communication and human relations skills
• Ability to work with various groups, teachers, administrators, and students
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Knowledge of and adherence to all policies, regulations, and procedures
• Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner
• High School diploma, GED, or its equivalent is desired
• You may be required to do the following tasks frequently: Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and sitting.
• Using finger or manual dexterity and repetitive finger motion.
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction).
• Maintaining focus for extended periods.
• The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency: Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force. Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force. Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force.
• You must be able to pass a physical performance test in accordance with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Arizona Administrative Code.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with special needs is desired

Responsibilities

• Administer emergency first aid if and when it is needed within the realm of training
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus and work with the driver to report negative student behavior issues through the proper channels
• Ensure passengers remain in their seats with their seat belts buckled, and that the passengers conduct themselves in a safe manner
• Report any safety problem or potential safety problem to the appropriate management staff
• Participate in bus safety drill programs for all schools and maintain necessary records
• Keep emergency evacuation plans up to date
• Work as a team, assist passengers and the bus driver in any emergency
• Check the entire bus for passengers and/or passengers’ belongings at the end of each run
• Know the route, location of stops, and which passengers should board or exit the bus
• Assist the bus driver if and when backing is required
• Know and be able to operate all emergency equipment, wheelchair equipment, passenger restraints, and two-way radio
• Report all incidents and accidents immediately to the bus driver and proper authorities according to department policy and procedure
• Keep up to date on all personal certification requirements for the position
• Be flexible and willing to perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor in a safe and prudent manner

What This Job Offers

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