What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Forrestville Valley School District #221?
BUS Driver -Full and Part-Time Positions Needed Immediately
$21.25/hour
You can be a part of a great organization that offers work/life balance and benefits while helping your community!
PAID Bus Driver Training
o Paid Bus Driver Training to include $2,000 stipend after completion of eligible routes
Free student tuition for non-resident employees
o Employees with children residing outside Forrestville Valley may have their children attend the district tuition free. This applies to both full and part-time employees.
176 Workdays (School Attendance Days Only)
~ Eligible for IMRF Retirement Pension
~ Eligible for Health and Dental Insurance
Additional Extra-Curricular Activity Pay (Available for All Drivers)
o Hourly Rate of $17.50/Hour for Extra-Curricular
o Extra-Curricular Events vary from 3-7 hours and include academic and sporting events such as athletic games, FFA, band/music activities, and field trips
o Free admission to extra-curricular activity
Start Date: Upon Completion of Training
General Description
Responsible for providing safe transportation for children to and from their drop off points.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Inspect bus before each trip; responsible for D.O.T. Pre‐trip Checklist.
- Transport children to and from school in a safe and timely fashion.
- Inspect bus after each run to make sure no children are left on the bus.
- Follow all loading and unloading procedures.
- Ensure Gasoline levels are monitored and consistently maintained.
- Maintain PMI maintenance.
- Maintain order on the bus; work with children and parents on good safety practices associated with bus operations.
- Perform any other assigned tasks relevant to the effective operation of the agency or assigned by supervisor.
Required Knowledge & Experience
- Valid Illinois CDL and School Bus Permit. (We can assist you with this.)
- Must pass all preliminary pre-hire requirements including but not limited to DOT Drug Testing, DOT & DCFS Physical Certification and Criminal Background Clearances.
Essential Job Functions
- Work environment‐ Must have the ability to work in an environment with a high noise level and considerable activity.
How to Apply
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 references to:
S. Smith, Superintendent
Forrestville Valley School District #221
P.O. Box #665
Forreston, IL 61030
Phone: (815) 938-2036
Email: mkeisel@fvdistrict221.org
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- School bus driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CDL (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21