Classified - Bus Driver @ Transportation

Moses Lake School District 161•Moses Lake, WA

About The Position

The Bus Driver provides safe and reliable transportation by operating a school bus or another location-specific vehicle on a fixed or changing route. The role requires timely and safe route service, assistance with passenger evacuation during emergencies, prompt reporting of accidents and incidents, and communication of problems and procedures to appropriate personnel. The driver also completes and submits required paperwork, safely operates vehicle equipment, attends assigned training and meetings, maintains professional conduct and positive working relationships, and keeps a district-assigned email account current.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Washington State driver’s license.
Commercial driver’s license, Class A or B, with passenger endorsement.
Current Washington State Bus Driver’s Authorization.
Meet the physical and character standards established in WAC 392-144-102.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical.
Valid First Aid Card.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Operate a school bus or other location-specific vehicle on a fixed or changing route to provide safe and reliable transportation.
Report to duty on time and maintain the route schedule safely.
Physically assist passengers in evacuating the vehicle in an emergency.
Immediately report accidents and incidents in accordance with company policy.
Inform appropriate personnel of problems and procedures.
Maintain a neat and professional personal appearance.
Complete and submit required paperwork, including route change sheets, time cards, and vehicle repair requests, to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
Safely and efficiently use vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
Attend assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.
Accept responsibility for assignments and outcomes.
Work cooperatively with other staff and maintain positive, respectful relationships and interactions.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
Maintain the district-assigned email account and read and respond to messages regularly.
Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.