Bus Driver
About The Position
Responsible for operating bus route in a safe, organized, punctual manner. Must be able to perform job duties in all kinds of weather conditions. Responsible for care and cleanliness of vehicle. Must perform pre-trip inspection before each trip and a post trip inspection at the end of end of each trip. Must effectively manage passenger behaviors in accordance with each person’s approved Behavior Support Plan or ISP/IEP in the school/bus route vehicle. Must attend state mandated driver training annually as well as other in-services required of drivers. Responsible for all records and reports required by agency/department. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors. Must be able to relate effectively, professionally, and appropriately with caregivers, staff, and the public in a multicultural/multiracial community. Hours worked must not exceed 40 a week, unless an emergency occurs and written approval is given by the Transportation Coordinator and Division Director. Any Bus Driver working more than 40 hours a week, without prior written authorization from the Coordinator and Director, will be subject to progressive disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required
- Must be 25 years of age and have not less than five years driving experience with valid, unrestricted operator’s license
- Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License with P and S endorsements
- Must have an excellent driving record
- Must have basic writing and record keeping skills
- Newly hired driver who must earn CDL and/or appropriate endorsements must complete ELDT(entry level driver training) and acquire CDL license before the expiration of his/her 90 day probationary period unless special circumstances necessitate that this probationary period be extended and approval for this extension is given by Transportation Coordinator and Division Director
- Must have good knowledge of Chattanooga/Hamilton County area and a willingness to learn any applicable geographical area
- Must have a good sense of direction
- Must be well informed about all agency, local, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures concerning the safe operation of school buses
- Must be able to properly use all transportation related equipment including but not limited to: wheel chair lifts, WTORS (Wheel chair Tie-down/Occupant Restraint System), web cutter, etc.
- Health must be adequate to preform required duties and responsibilities
- Must pass “TDOT” physical examination yearly; twice a year if over age 55
- Manual dexterity required; must be able to bend/stoop/kneel repeatedly
- Must be able to push/pull wheelchairs of various weights and sizes
- Must be able to safely operate hydraulic wheelchair lift
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adults and children with intellectual and physical disabilities would be helpful
Responsibilities
- Operating bus route in a safe, organized, punctual manner
- Performing job duties in all kinds of weather conditions
- Care and cleanliness of vehicle
- Performing pre-trip inspection before each trip and a post trip inspection at the end of end of each trip
- Effectively managing passenger behaviors in accordance with each person’s approved Behavior Support Plan or ISP/IEP in the school/bus route vehicle
- Attending state mandated driver training annually as well as other in-services required of drivers
- Responsible for all records and reports required by agency/department
- Performing any other duties assigned by supervisors
- Relating effectively, professionally, and appropriately with caregivers, staff, and the public in a multicultural/multiracial community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
