What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at EAST JACKSON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and responsible Bus Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience driving school buses or similar vehicles, with a strong focus on safety and customer service. This role involves transporting children and seniors, ensuring their safety, and providing an educational and supportive environment during transit.
Duties
- Report to Supervisor before each run.
- Safely operate a bus according to established routes and schedules.
- Ensure the safety of all passengers, including children and seniors, during transit.
- Communicate effectively with passengers, parents, and school officials.
- Educate passengers on safety procedures and bus rules.
- Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure the mechanical soundness of the vehicle.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bus interior.
- Assist passengers with special needs or mobility challenges as required.
- Report any mechanical issues or incidents to management promptly.
Requirements
- Proven experience in bus driving, particularly with school buses or paratransit vehicles.
- Mechanical knowledge to perform basic maintenance checks on the vehicle.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children, seniors, and other stakeholders.
- Experience working with children or in senior care settings is preferred.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings as required.
Join our team as a Bus Driver where you can make a difference in the lives of your passengers while enjoying a fulfilling career!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $21.95 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Split shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Attendance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
- Signing bonus
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22