Bus Driver, Transportation

Greeley•Greeley, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating a school transportation vehicle over an assigned route abiding by all rules and regulations for the safety of the passengers as set forth by the district, state and federal government agencies. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of students during transportation, performing vehicle inspections, and maintaining a professional driving attitude. The position also requires managing student behavior, reporting incidents, and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle. Occasional night, weekend, and special trip driving may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid Colorado driver's license
School transportation vehicle operator's permit
Must be 21 years of age
Must complete a minimum of 40 hours of initial training at District 6 expense and 28 Hours of retraining each year thereafter
A physical examination required each year
Safe driving record

Nice To Haves

CPI training (Can obtain certification after hire)
CPR/First AID Training (Can obtain certification after hire)
Current CDE certification. (Can obtain certification after hire)

Responsibilities

Operating a transportation vehicle over a scheduled route as directed.
Performing a pre-trip inspection to ensure all equipment, including safety devices, is in safe and proper operating order.
Maintaining and promoting a professional and defensive driving attitude at all times.
Responsible for maintaining proper student behavior to safely transport passengers.
Reporting immediately (by radio or telephone) any emergencies, breakdowns, delays en-route, or student discipline problems.
Reporting all accidents, driving hazards, and incidents of damage or vandalism as soon as possible.
Preparing and submitting daily reports.
Responsible for the interior and exterior cleanliness of the transportation vehicle.
May be requested to do night driving, weekend driving, and special daytime trips.
May be requested to drive athletic, activity, and special trips as assigned by the supervisor.
Ability to sit for long periods of time, numerous distractions, visual, auditory and ambulatory acuity important.
Ability to move quickly from one position to another in response to student needs and upper body strength with the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.