Bus Driver

Kenowa Hills Public Schools • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

School Bus Drivers are an integral part of school operations at Kenowa Hills Public Schools. The role welcomes both experienced drivers and people new to the profession. Drivers transport students between home and school, take athletes to sporting events, and provide transportation to hands-on learning experiences in the community.

The employee drives and supervises students while maintaining safe, professional operation of the bus. The role includes completing inspections, following traffic regulations and district transportation policies, participating in training, and demonstrating proficiency in handling and maneuvering school buses. The position involves continuous driving, responsibility for the safety and well-being of others, and working in a typically loud environment with occasional temperature extremes and slippery surfaces.

Requirements

• Have or be able to obtain a commercial driver’s license with “P” and “S” endorsements.
• Have an acceptable driving record.
• Pass the DOT physical, including a drug test.
• Complete continuing education classes as required to maintain licensing certification.
• Pass the State of Michigan Skill Test and State written test.
• Apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and deal with problems in various situations.
• Work in a friendly manner with co-workers, parents, and students.
• Read and understand maps.
• Perform duties with awareness of district requirements and Board of Education Policies.
• Meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, climbing steps, and accessing mirrors, doors, windows, and the engine compartment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CPR and first aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally.
• Perform and properly complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Comply with traffic ordinances and regulations.
• Supervise students while transporting them.
• Follow discipline policies in the School Code of Conduct for Transportation.
• Follow the rules and regulations in the Kenowa Hills Driver’s Handbook.
• Participate in on-site training.
• Demonstrate proficiency in handling and maneuvering school buses.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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