Trip Bus Driver(s)

Trip Bus Driver

FLSA-Non-Exempt Hourly Position

10 Months Per Year

Qualifications:

• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a valid Arizona School Bus Driver's Certificate.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Able to pass background, physical, agility and drug tests as required.
• Able to pass CPR and First Aid training classes.
• Ability to complete training course and pass driving test prior to certification.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with students and co-workers.
• HS Diploma or GED

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor

Job Goal: To provide safe and efficient transportation of students as they participate in the district's regular and extra-curricular programs.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Supervises student conduct to maintain safe control of the vehicle.
• Reports student misconduct according to established procedures.
• Keeps assigned bus clean.
• Maintains assigned schedule on routes.
• Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects according to district procedures.
• Notifies proper authorities in case of mechanical failure or delays in scheduled deliveries or pickups.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Checks bus for students after each run.
• Exercises responsible behavior and leadership at all times.
• Transports only authorized students.
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
• Submits all required paperwork in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Attends all meetings as required by the district.
• Conducts required drills.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Terms Of Employment: Salary established by the Governing Board. Employee benefits in accordance with district policies.

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the Governing Board's policy on evaluation of classified personnel.