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Job description
Position Summary
The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating a school bus according to an assigned daily schedule while ensuring the vehicle is maintained in proper operating condition at all times. This role includes the safe pickup and drop-off of students, maintaining order and security on the bus, and complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Free CDL training is available for qualified candidates.
Salary Range:
Van: $29.71 per hour
Large Bus: $35.13 per hour
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time; varying shifts based on seniority
Benefits: Medical, paid time off, 401(k), Life Insurance
Responsibilities
* Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle and on-board equipment.
* Operate the school bus safely and efficiently to minimize risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
* Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, regulations, and company policies.
* Maintain a clean, organized, and securely parked bus at all times.
* Report maintenance or repair needs promptly to a supervisor or dispatch.
* Maintain schedules and ensure order and proper behavior on the bus.
* Pick up and transport students according to assigned routes and schedules; take attendance and communicate passenger rules and responsibilities.
* Provide excellent customer service by safely operating wheelchair lifts and assisting passengers with disabilities during boarding, riding, and exiting, ensuring proper use of on-board restraints.
* Communicate effectively with dispatch via two-way radio and report behavioral or disciplinary issues as needed.
* Report hazardous or unsafe conditions along routes and at passenger loading zones, including traffic issues, road hazards, construction, obstructions, and potential criminal activity.
* Adapt to changing conditions such as weather, traffic delays, accidents, passenger concerns, and route changes.
* Assist in controlling accident or incident scenes when required.
* Perform other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
* Attend all mandatory meetings, including safety training, retraining, and employee meetings.
Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to operate a school bus in a safe and responsible manner.
* Knowledge of highway traffic laws and school bus regulations.
* Ability to work effectively with children, including those with special needs.
* Familiarity with scheduling systems, procedures, and basic recordkeeping.
* Ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
* Strong, courteous, and effective communication skills.
Qualifications
* Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, including a DOT medical card and DOT drug screening.
* Must be at least 23 years of age.
* No convictions for driving while license is suspended or revoked.
* Availability to work varying shifts; assignments based on seniority.
* Commitment to safety, reliability, and professional conduct.
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