CDL School Bus Driver

UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY•Seattle, WA

1d•$32 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

University Prep is an independent 6-12 school located in Seattle, WA. We are seeking a full-time School Bus Driver to operate a school bus for field trips, after-school athletic events, and after-sports activity routes. The role involves assisting with vehicle maintenance and ensuring the safety and well-being of students during transportation. The School is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where every student and family feels valued and has equitable access to opportunities. Our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility guide our mission to develop intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizens.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred
Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger endorsement and Air Brake restriction removed required
Clean driving record required
Valid Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate required
Experience working with kids preferred
School Bus (S) endorsement preferred
Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred
Good and safe driving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Good verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates, cooperation, energy, enthusiasm, and an understanding of a school environment
Flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor
Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff, students, and parents
Ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to climb a ladder and work while on ladder
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work outside in any weather
Ability to work some evenings and weekends
Local travel is required
Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and on-going random tests as required per Federal DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

Drives a bus daily for afternoon and after school activities as assigned
Drives the late afternoon activity bus route 5:30-7:00pm
Drives weekends and long trips as scheduled within the 32-hour work week.
Follows established safety procedures
Performs a pre-trip safety/damage inspection of bus before each drive
Monitors operating conditions of bus and reports needed servicing and/or repairs to Transportation manager and Director of Facilities
Performs basic maintenance tasks such as checking oil, securing mirrors, changing light bulbs, etc.
Fuels vehicles as needed
Helps maintain bus fleet by detail cleaning including washing bus exteriors, mopping interiors and washing windows regularly
Maintains bus parking and loading areas including leaf blowing, picking up trash, etc.
Attends training programs, testing programs, first aid courses, refresher courses and other meeting as scheduled
Complies with state laws, rules and regulations and school policies relative to student transportation
Conducts oneself in the best interest of students and in support of the school’s mission statement.
Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
Performs other duties as assigned