Bus Driver - Hiring Bonus-$3,000

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

1d • $32 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation or his/her designee, the bus driver is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective transportation of students to and from school. This poistion is subject to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing Program as provided in District Policy #5202.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Requires high school diploma or GED
• Experience in driving passenger vehicles for a minimum of three years or one year experience driving a commercial vehicle requiring a special endorsement.
• Acceptable driving record as defined in WAC 392-144-103 (2)(3). Driving record free of all major violations such as DWI or negligent driving, with a limited number of minor violations.
• Physically able to perform daily, routine school bus vehicle safety inspections; necessary emergency road services; use all hand and/or foot-operated controls and equipment found on state minimum specified school buses and maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions.
• Possess sufficient strength and agility to move about in a school bus as required to provide assistance to students as they enter or exit a school bus through passenger service door or while evacuating the bus during an emergency.
• Have no physical limitations which would prevent satisfactory performance of job duties
• Ability to demonstrate and pass required written and physical proficiency examinations for school bus driver. Able to drive all sizes and types of buses operated by the district.
• Ability to apply rules, regulations and procedures in accordance with district policies while working within designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to exchange information accurately and appropriately.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a punctual and excellent work attendance record.
• Ability to adapt to changes in all transportation operations while calmly handling predictable and/or emergency situations and conflicts.
• Ability to read and interpret street and road maps.
• Ability to present a professional appearance and positive attitude when communicating and interacting with students, parents, fellow workers and the general public.
• Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial driver’s license with passenger/school bus endorsement with airbrake restriction removed.
• An individual who is a diabetic being treated with insulin may hold a school bus driver authorization if they meet the requirements outlined in WAC 392-144-020.
• Possess a valid Washington State School Bus Drivers Authorization
• Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Card.
• Fingerprinting and Background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates school buses on assigned routes and trips in support of district approved activities both within and outside the school district boundaries.
• Practices defensive driving at all times, and displays courtesy to other vehicle operators.
• Operates all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specification.
• Operates a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies publicized by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
• Operates school bus in various types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow and ice.
• Maintains control of student passengers as related to safety and behavior and in accordance with district procedures.
• May include reporting unsafe actions and working directly with parents and building administrators to correct unsafe behavior of students.
• Completes legible and accurate forms, records, timesheets, reports and other clerical type activities as may be required by the State or district policies and procedures.
• Successfully completes school bus driver training programs and courses established by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, completes training programs and courses as offered by Clover Park School District’s Transportation Department.
• Performs daily pre/post trip operation and safety inspections as required of the school bus and related equipment.
• This includes refueling, checking and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle inside and out, checking for damage to the exterior/interior of the school bus.
• Prepares for and performs basic first aid and emergency evacuations as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school district personnel.
• Foster and maintain positive, productive and cooperative working relations with District staff and patrons.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits.
• Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan.
• Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP).

What This Job Offers

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