School Bus Driver

Brown Bus • Vallivue, ID

6d

About The Position

The School Bus Driver safely transports passengers in different types of vehicles, including vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions. The driver may operate a regular route and serve as a regular, spare, or charter driver. The role includes operating and inspecting the bus, assisting students, communicating with school personnel and families, maintaining the vehicle, and carrying out student-management and emergency-evacuation duties. Drivers are expected to work early morning hours, follow company policies and applicable safety requirements, and work without direct supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Operator’s license with required endorsements and any other state or local permits required.
• 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, and dress appropriately for a business environment.
• Ability to use or learn to use the internet, required programs, office equipment, fax, phones, and other electronic devices.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain a dexterity test and DOT physical, and comply with the drug-free workplace policy.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks described, including lifting up to 40 pounds and assisting with student evacuations involving dragging up to 120 pounds for up to 40 feet.
• Ability to communicate in English with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, and a monitor if applicable.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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