Part-Time School Bus Driver, CDL or Non-CDL

University Preparatory Academy•Seattle, WA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

University Prep (UPrep) is seeking a Part-Time or Full-Time School Bus Driver. This role involves transporting students to and from school, field trips, and athletic events. The position requires a commitment to student safety and supporting the school's mission. UPrep is an independent school in Seattle, WA, dedicated to fostering inquiry, critical thinking, and preparing students for college and life. We are a vibrant community that values integrity, respect, and responsibility, striving for equitable access and a sense of belonging for all community members.

Requirements

Clean driving record required
High School diploma or GED preferred
Experience working with kids preferred
School Bus (S) endorsement preferred
Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred
Required for full-time applicants: Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger endorsements and Air Brake restriction removed
Required for full-time applicants: Valid Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate
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.

Nice To Haves

School Bus (S) endorsement preferred
Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred
Experience working with kids preferred

Responsibilities

Drives a bus to and from field trips, which take place during school hours as assigned
Drives a bus to and from afterschool athletic events and practices, as assigned
Drives before and after school shuttle as assigned
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