Bus Driver 4 hour unassigned route #1578

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates school buses safely under all types of weather conditions, including but not limited to: Fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow, and ice. Transports students and other authorized persons on regular and special program “to and from school” routes and on field, extracurricular, and other extra activity trips as authorized by school district officials

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
Five (5) years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle
Washington State driver’s license; Class B, CDL with appropriate endorsements
School bus driver authorization
Obtain and maintain CPR and first aid qualifications
Valid First Aid/CPR card
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Successfully meet all requirements of Chapter 180-20 (drug, disclosure, fingerprinting)
Have an excellent driving record
Five year complete school bus abstract
Physically able to drive and perform all duties related to school bus driving
Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members, and other concerned people regarding all aspects of the job-related activities
Sufficient strength and agility to: Assist ill or physically impaired students to enter or exit a school bus through the passenger service door Provide assistance to students in evacuating the bus in any accident or other emergency situation Install tire chains and perform all pre-trip inspections as required by district practice Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specifications
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to work overtime if needed
Operates school bus in all types of weather conditions
Requires ability to squat, bend, and reach

Responsibilities

Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance
Maintains updated and current route sheet
Maintains order on the bus while performing normal driving duties and functions
Maintains order and adheres to safety rules when loading and unloading pupils
Exercises responsible leadership at all times
Install, service, or replace school bus equipment and accessories, including but not limited to, fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, first aid and mess kits, snow chains, etc.
Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment
Clean interior of bus, add fuel when required clean exterior as required
Work effectively with a group of students, bused together, of different grade levels, abilities or program placement
Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, time sheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports, misconduct reports, accident reports and other clerical-type activities as may be required
Dress appropriately and wear proper foot protection (WAC 296-24-088) for the job
Complies with state laws and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses
Performs related duties which are consistent with this job description and the employee’s assignment
Checks mailbox, bulletin boards, and doors for messages prior to leaving bus garage
Takes direction, and instruction regarding safe driving procedures as required to fulfill functions and responsibilities
Operate wheelchair lift and assist students loading and unloading from the school bus (only lift bus)
Relate effectively with parents, staff, and public in a multicultural and multiracial community
Perform other school bus driver-related duties as directed by local school district policies
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance