School Bus Driver - Safe Transportation

The Job Purpose of this role is to ensure the safe transportation of students and school district authorized passengers on field trips, activities, and special outings. As a CDL Trip Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, as well as adhering to safety protocols and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections and complete radio checks before each route to ensure vehicle safety and proper equipment function.
• Pick up students at assigned stops, ensuring they safely board the bus and are seated before proceeding to the next stop.
• Enforce rules for proper discipline during ride and report any incidents or serious behavior to the Site Manager.
• Safely operate the bus by following all traffic laws, state, and federal transit regulations, while navigating roads and watching for hazards.
• Check the bus upon arrival at the bus garage to ensure there are no children left on board.
• Transport students and school district authorized passengers to field trips, sporting events, and other activities.
• Report accidents immediately to the Site Manager and complete accident reports promptly.
• Maintain the bus by keeping fuel levels above half a tank, sweeping and cleaning the interior after each trip, and alerting office staff of maintenance needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver's License with passenger, school bus, and air brake endorsements.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Understanding of emergency evacuation techniques, basic first aid, and CPR certification (if required).
• Familiarity with health standards and hazards, as well as state regulations and laws pertaining to school bus operation.
• Able to adhere to safety practices, prepare accurate records, and operate equipment used in transporting special needs students.