Bus Driver

Oregon Child Development Coalition • Ontario, OR

17d • $19 - $24

About The Position

The Bus Driver transports program children and parents to center activities and between their homes and the center in a safe and enjoyable manner. The role follows applicable state, local, and organizational requirements and upholds safety standards in operating and maintaining the assigned vehicle.

The driver assists with route development and follows established routes except in emergencies; supports safe loading and unloading; maintains and sanitizes the bus; completes daily pre-trip inspections; reports equipment and maintenance concerns; maintains vehicle capacity and passenger restraint requirements; and keeps rosters, logs, maintenance records, and assigned equipment in good condition. The role also verifies emergency supplies, assists with evacuation drills, and obtains roster releases after returning children.

The driver maintains required training and technical knowledge, communicates information and messages between families and county staff, and works with the assigned Bus Assistant to promote a pleasant, safe ride and address behavioral concerns. Responsibilities also include appropriate storage and tracking of medications, participation in meetings, maintaining positive staff relationships, following safety practices, protecting confidential information, and serving as a mandatory first responder using First Aid and CPR skills. The position contacts medical personnel, completes incident documentation, participates in fire drills, assists with evacuations, and performs other assigned work-related duties.

Requirements

• Current Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist county staff in developing routes and follow established routes except in emergencies.
• Assist designated staff with safe and efficient loading and unloading of children.
• Keep buses clean and properly sanitized.
• Complete thorough daily pre-trip inspections and report equipment concerns and maintenance problems.
• Maintain vehicle capacity limits and ensure safe securement of objects and appropriate use of car seats and seat belts.
• Ensure passengers remain seated and buckled while on the bus.
• Maintain daily rosters and other required logs, and obtain roster releases upon returning children.
• Verify emergency supplies and equipment are in proper working condition.
• Assist with developing and conducting evacuation drills.
• Track maintenance for the assigned vehicle and provide reports as needed.
• Maintain assigned items in good working condition.
• Participate in required training and maintain mandated training requirements.
• Relay information about classroom, health, and county activities between county staff and families, and relay parents’ notes and messages to designated staff.
• Work collaboratively with the assigned Bus Assistant to provide a pleasant and safe ride and apply Agency behavioral philosophies to reduce conflicts or excessive noise.
• Oversee appropriate storage, tracking, and distribution of medications.
• Support the Bus Assistant in communicating with families.
• Participate in team, staff, and parent meetings when required; maintain positive communication with staff and provide constructive input.
• Promote understanding of Head Start’s mission, goals, objectives, and services.
• Comply with agency safety standards, support a safe environment, and promptly report unsafe conditions or injuries.
• Collaborate with management on injury investigations, corrective actions, and inspections.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency operations.
• Respond to child or adult emergencies using First Aid and CPR skills, contact appropriate medical personnel, and complete incident documentation.
• Participate in fire drills and assist with evacuating children.
• Perform other work-related or assigned duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs.
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Optional pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed