What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at New Castle Community School?
Qualifications / Skills :
Strong ability to work with public, students and faculty / staff
Confidentiality and Flexibility
Possess Class A or B CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements
Obtain all Department of Education Certification Requirements
Pass 7 Year Official Driver Record Check
Comply with Department of Transportation Drug Testing Program
Pass Expanded Criminal History Background Check
Physical Requirements : Sitting for long periods, bending, squatting and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Reports to : Director of Facilities & Transportation
Evaluation By : Director of Facilities & Transportation
Supervises : Bus Aide
Terms of Employment : 183 days (180 student days 3 days for orientation / safety meetings)
Job Goal : This position requires an individual to perform duties and responsibilities with minimal to no supervision. Must have the ability to communicate and articulate responsibilities and requirements and safety procedures of the school bus.
Performance Responsibilities / Duties :
Students :
Use student listing to check names of students in your bus area
Work with school secretary to create a route that is best for students
Students are transported door to door and to parent, guardian or teacher
Must be flexible and able to update routes in short periods of time when necessary
Maintain confidential records of medical conditions and medications
Manage student conduct and report any disciplinary action to the Transportation Director
Educate student passengers to bus passenger rules and emergency evacuation procedures.
Driver :
Must maintain current CDL
All DOT required documentation and certifications must be kept current at all times
Must maintain current valid physical
Report problems with students of equipment as soon as possible, but no longer than 24 hours after occurrence
Maintain a current route sheet
Must be punctual and keep a regular route schedule on am and pm routes and check bus after every route making sure no children are left on the bus
Attendance is a priority and critical for the success of the Transportation Department
Equipment :
Weekly inspection forms are to be completed and given to the Transportation Director
Buses are to be kept fueled
Maintain bus cleanliness both inside and outside of the bus.
All mechanical problems and / or equipment issues are to be reported to the Transportation Director as soon as possible
All other duties as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator or Superintendent.
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