Bus Driver

Township High School District 113 • Highland Park, IL

65d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe transportation of students over specified routes according to a time schedule. The driver in this position must comply with traffic regulations, along with all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must possess a valid CDL license with “S” endorsement and have a safe driving record.
• Must possess a school bus permit.
• Must have no points on driving record and be able to pass physical including drug tests (random DOT regulation testing).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a school bus driver is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus safely and professionally.
• Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip inspections.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances.
• Complies with discipline policies set forth in the School Code of Conduct for Transportation.
• Participates in on-site training.
• Shows proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus.
• Manage student behavior professionally.
• Always present yourself professionally in appearance and behavior.
• Maintain designated route and schedule.
• Communicate with school staff and parents.
• Maintain a clean, free of hazards and projectiles school bus.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues that supports a cooperative work environment.
• Must have effective and positive communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Communicates clearly both in oral and written format with all constituents of the District 113 community.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from constituency groups.
• Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with students, guardians, staff and the school community.
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Basic arithmetic, time management, scheduling, distance & speed calculations, passenger counting & capacity planning.
• Vehicle inspection knowledge, ability to follow maps and routing sheets, mechanical awareness, defensive driving & safety procedures, ability to operate a two way radio & radio communication system properly.
• Must have computer skills to access district emails, information and training.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Interpret an extensive variety of verbal and written instructions and deal with multiple abstract and concrete variables.
• Build positive relationships with constituents of the District 113 community that includes colleagues, students, guardians, teachers, school staff, administrative team, and the Board of Education.
• Use good safety awareness and judgment
• Follow policies
• Report potentially unsafe conditions
• Follow manufacturer safety instructions when using equipment
• Follow agency ergonomic policies and procedures

Benefits

• A one-time $1,500.00 signing bonus will be awarded to newly hired drivers after the newly hired driver has worked for three consecutive months during the term of the agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED