Activity Bus Driver

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Transportation Specialist to join our team. As a School Bus Operator, you will be responsible for safely transporting students, staff, and chaperones on field trips, athletic activities, and other special events.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus in accordance with the time schedule assigned by the Principal/Teacher or Activities/Athletic Director.
• Transport students, staff, and chaperones on field trips, athletic activities, and other special events.
• Enforce District policies and procedures related to transportation and maintain discipline on buses.
• Prepare Activity Trip Ticket reports of mileage and drive time.
• Maintain bus cleanliness, post trip, including exterior washing, as needed.
• Perform pre and post vehicle inspection reports, including maintenance needs.
• Renders first aid or emergency assistance as needed.
• Maintain good order among students on buses, following District policies regarding discipline of children and contact with parents and other citizens.
• Instruct students and other riders on proper bus behavior and emergency procedures.
• Attend monthly transportation safety meetings, or arrange 15 hours of safety training with Transportation Manager and/or Director.

Requirements

• Valid Montana commercial driver's license, accompanied by satisfactory medical examination report; passenger, airbrakes, general knowledge and bus endorsements.
• Work history demonstrating dependability and reliability; good driving record; high school diploma or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience likely to provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
• Must complete the following SafeSchools online courses: Alert Driving, Defensive Driving, and Winter Driving.
• Holds a valid basic first aid certificate.
• Ability to obey all traffic laws.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Knowledge of highways, roads and geography of the School District and other districts served.