GG&C-Meadville Bus Driver

Job Summary:

School Bus Drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and related events.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and/or school activities safely and on time, adhering to safety procedures and state regulations.
• Operate and drive a school bus safely in various weather conditions while ensuring passenger comfort and safety.
• Communicate bus rules, safety requirements, and behavior expectations to passengers, addressing any improper behavior promptly.
• Engage with parents to address inappropriate or unsafe behavior through effective communication skills.
• Assist passengers, including those with wheelchairs, when boarding and unloading the bus.
• Maintain daily vehicle inspections, report deficiencies, and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Familiarize yourself with federal, state, and district regulations regarding school bus operation and adhere to traffic laws.
• Comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Accurately complete records and reports and submit them to the Transportation Department in a timely manner.
• Navigate using maps and follow written directions to ensure safe routes.
• Utilize two-way radios effectively.
• Maintain cleanliness to ensure safe operating conditions.

Experience and Skill Requirements

• Hold a Class A or B CDL, or be able to obtain one.
• Possess endorsements for Passenger (P) and School Bus (S), or as required.
• Pass a medical examination.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Problem-solving: Identify and resolve issues promptly, gathering and analyzing information effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills: Maintain confidentiality, demonstrate adaptability, and work successfully independently and within a team.
• Oral Communication: Speak persuasively, conduct effective meetings, and present information clearly.
• Written Communication: Display good writing skills, detail-oriented editing, and ability to interpret and communicate written information accurately.
• Planning and Organizing: Prioritize tasks to complete projects efficiently and develop realistic action plans.
• Quality: Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and quality control over own work.
• Adaptability: Respond quickly to changing work environments and manage competing demands productively.
• Dependability: Consistently arrive on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.