Bus Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION

BUS DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS: Passed a pre-employment drug test; graduated from high school and be at least 21 years of age; physical ability to repeatedly walk up and down steps and have some limited lifting capability.

Reports to: Director of Transportation

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely transport students from designated pick-up spots to school and back to designated drop-off spots.
• Keep order and discipline on the bus.
• Perform full pre-term inspection of the vehicle, per CDL guidelines, prior to the beginning of each driving day.
• Maintain a clean and orderly bus inside and out.
• Maintain and turn in all paperwork in an efficient and timely manner.
• Interact with school employees, parents, and the community in general, in an effective manner.
• Reasonable knowledge of federal, state, and school board rules, regulations, and policies related to school bus driving.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates, and peers.
• Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates, and peers.
• Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.