North Beach Bus Driver

North Beach School District • Ocean Shores, WA

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About The Position

Transport students and other authorized persons over regular to and from specified routes according to time schedule. Drives on field, extra-curricular and special or extra activity trips as authorized by the school district officials. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum age 21.
• Possess a valid Washington State School Bus Driver's Certificate.
• Possess a valid State Driver's Permit with the appropriate driving endorsement and a good driving record.
• Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform the duties, tasks, and responsibilities of a school bus driver as described in this job description.
• Must successfully and continuously pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Minimum of two years driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Driver's license.
• CPR/First Aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on scheduled routes and/or on all types of trips in support of district approved activities, both within and outside the school district boundaries.
• Service and clean school buses and related equipment as required by state and district policy, including sweeping, washing, fueling, oil, coolant, tire inflations, etc.
• Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
• Successfully complete school bus driver training programs and courses established by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction or the school district.
• Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies promulgated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Operate all school bus equipment and accessories including, but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway-warning kits, snow chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc.
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment.
• Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specifications.
• Perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR.
• Perform other school bus driver related duties as directed by local school district policies.

Benefits

• Medical; Dental; Vision; Basic Life Insurance; and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits: Provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
• Paid Leave Benefits: Sick Leave; Vacation/Personal Leave; Holiday

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED