What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Bardstown Independent School District?

BUS DRIVER

BASIC FUNCTION :

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules,

picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District

students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and

operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and

mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time

schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil

transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to

and from school, special events and field trips.

Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established

bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.

Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle

inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus

interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights

and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.

Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies

and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school

officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions,

concerns and disputes.

Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration

Regulations.

Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from

designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and

unloading of handicapped children as necessary.

Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.

Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris,

sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.

Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of

children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident

and accident reports.

Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.

Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.

Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF :

Safe driving practices.

Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration

Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.

First aid practices.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO :

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules,

picking up and discharging students.

Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.

Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.

Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.

Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.

Maintain routine records.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with

others.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Work is performed while standing, sitting and / or walking

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations

Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to

perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Any combination equivalent to : high school diploma, G.E.D. certificate or demonstrated

progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky Law and one year

experience in operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement;

School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of

work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are

not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of

personnel so assigned. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the

discretion of the supervisor.

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