School Bus Driver

Illinois Central School Bus • Dixon, IL

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About The Position

The School Bus Driver safely transports passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions. The position may involve driving a regular route as a regular, spare, or charter driver. The driver is responsible for student management, assisting students during loading and unloading, and communicating with school personnel, parents, and students. The role also includes vehicle inspections, bus cleaning, emergency evacuation procedures, and other specialized functions required by contract.

Requirements

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work early morning hours.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
• Dress professionally and appropriately for a business environment.
• Ability to use or learn to use the internet, required programs, office equipment, fax machines, phones, and other electronic devices.
• Operator’s license with required endorsements and other state or local permits as required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate transportation vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Drive a regular route as a regular, spare, or charter driver.
• Read and understand street signs, route sheets, and maps.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections, including child checks.
• Assist students with loading and unloading, including use of the wheelchair lift.
• Cooperate and communicate with school personnel, parents, and students.
• Attend safety and training meetings.
• Conduct emergency bus evacuations, including use of the emergency door.
• Clean the inside of the bus, including sweeping, dusting, and cleaning windows.
• Clean the outside windows of the bus.
• Perform other specialized functions as required by contract.
• Manage students.
• Learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
• Perform job duties safely in accordance with OSHA guidelines and applicable federal and state laws.
• Follow company policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED