26-27 School Bus Driver (PT)

St. Catherine's School•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Catherine's School is accepting applications for School Bus Drivers. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt, regular, 9-month position. Applicants with a Class A or Class B CDL, with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements and a minimum of three years' driving experience are preferred. Responsibilities include driving students along daily shuttle routes and on day trips, and maintaining the assigned bus in a safe, clean, and professional manner. Employment is subject to a successful background check and physical evaluation.

Requirements

Valid Virginia Driver’s License
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air-brake endorsement preferred
One or more years of bus driving experience
Two or more years of experience working with children preferred
Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five years
Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified

Nice To Haves

Class A or Class B CDL, with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements
Minimum of three years' driving experience

Responsibilities

Drives a school transportation vehicle within prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops
Coordinate with Athletics to transport athletes to/from sports events (local and distance)
Transports students and teachers on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed
May operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus
Maintains order of student passengers according to school policy
Pre-trip the vehicle properly
Have bus fueled and ready to go 15 minutes prior to departure time
Properly fill out time sheet and mileage reports each day
Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily
Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary
Services buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary, fills tires and batteries
Performs periodical safety drills as required by law; completing necessary reports upon request
Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition
Attend various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required
Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of Virginia Motor Vehicle Code
Operates a two-way radio
Washes bus as needed
Ability to follow route directions (GPS or written)
Complete annual physical requirements
Maintain reputable driving background; must not have an air brakes restriction
Must be able to work various shifts
Performs related duties as required