School Bus Driver at Boise, ID

Summit School Services•Garden City, ID

7d•$21 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Boise, Idaho. Applicants begin as Drivers in Training, including those who already have a commercial driver’s license. The company provides training to help drivers obtain a CDL and applicable endorsements, learn company policies and procedures, and complete the requirements for placement in a Professional Driver role. No prior experience is necessary. The role provides safe and reliable transportation by operating a school bus or other location-specific vehicle on a fixed or changing route. Drivers are expected to transport students safely and on time, follow company and applicable regulatory requirements, and maintain professional conduct with passengers, customers, supervisors, and coworkers. Additional responsibilities may apply to Paratransit Drivers depending on the location.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age; Tennessee School Bus Drivers must be at least 25 under state law.
Must possess or be able to obtain all applicable valid state licenses and certifications required to operate company vehicles.
Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; safety-sensitive employees are subject to random screening under company policy.
Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
Must comply with applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract-specific driver requirements.
Must uphold company policies and values, including standards relating to safeguarding children and passengers.

Responsibilities

Operate a school bus or other location-specific vehicle on a fixed or changing route to provide safe, reliable transportation.
Arrive for duty on time and maintain the route schedule safely.
Assist passengers physically with vehicle evacuation in an emergency.
Immediately report accidents or incidents according to company policy.
Follow company policies for student and passenger management.
Inform appropriate personnel about problems or procedures.
Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
Complete and submit required paperwork, including route change sheets, time cards, and vehicle repair requests, on time.
Maintain a cooperative attitude with employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers, and promote company goodwill.
Use vehicle equipment safely and efficiently, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
Practice defensive driving and safe work habits to avoid vehicular and industrial accidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
For Paratransit Drivers, perform additional responsibilities that may apply by location.