School Bus Driver

North America Central School Bus/Rohrer Bus•Momence, IL

About The Position

The School Bus Driver safely transports passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions. Drivers may operate regular, spare, or charter routes and are responsible for safe vehicle operation and student management. The role includes helping students board and exit the bus, including using a wheelchair lift, and cooperating with school personnel, parents, and students. Drivers complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checks for children remaining on the bus; follow route sheets or electronic routing devices; and read street signs, route sheets, and maps. They attend safety and training meetings, conduct emergency evacuations, and clean the inside and outside windows of the bus. Other specialized duties may be required by contract. The position requires early-morning availability, the ability to work without direct supervision, and professional, respectful conduct. Drivers must follow company procedures, OSHA guidelines, and applicable federal and state laws. Physical duties include operating bus doors and controls, assisting passengers, lifting items up to 40 pounds, and performing inspections and cleaning tasks. Drivers must be able to complete and maintain a dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with the drug-free workplace policy.

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 and ability to communicate in English with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, and a monitor if applicable.
Ability to work early-morning hours and without direct supervision.
Maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers and dress appropriately for a business environment.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures and adhere to OSHA guidelines and applicable federal and state laws.
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 described physical tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds, assisting with passenger evacuation, walking, sitting, climbing, reaching, and gripping.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate transportation vehicles with manual or automatic transmissions on regular, spare, or charter routes.
Read and follow street signs, route sheets, maps, or electronic routing devices.
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 exiting through the emergency door.
Clean the interior of the bus, including sweeping, dusting, and cleaning windows, and clean exterior windows.
Manage students on the bus.
Perform other specialized functions as required by contract.
Perform job duties safely and in accordance with company policies, OSHA guidelines, and applicable laws.