What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Portland Public Schools, Maine?
JobID : 4618Position Type : TRANSPORTATION / BUS DRIVERDate Posted : 7 / 18 / 2024Location : TransportationDate Available : 8 / 27 / 24Under general supervision, operates a school bus in transporting children to and from schools. Employees in this class are responsible for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus. At all times operates a school bus obeying all applicable federal, state, and local traffic laws and the enforcement of Portland Public Schools Student Bus Conduct Code. Inspects, performs minor maintenance, and cleans assigned vehicle.High School or GED diploma required.Two to four years of driving experience; prior experience as a school bus driver preferred.Successful experience interacting with childrenTwenty-one (21) years of age, and having held operator’s license for three yearsOther combinations of applicable education, training and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS : Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License, with P and S endorsements and no air brake restrictions.Certification in First aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures highly desirable.PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Ability to meet prescribed pre-employment and annual physical examination requirements.Ability to complete pre- and post-trip bus inspections. Ability to lift heavy objects 50 lb minimum.Must be able to sit for long period of time in the bus driver’s seat, reach the steering wheel and pedals, and wear the seat belt properly every day.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must pass USDOT pre-employment physical examination, criminal background check, and drug and alcohol testing.Ability to work overtime to complete required bus routes / trips. No more than two current points on the driving record and a satisfactory past driving record.Must furnish a driving record of the previous three (3) years free of the following : No convictions for a felonyNo convictions for operating under the influence of alcohol or drugsNo more than two moving violations in the past twenty-four (24) monthsAbility to pass a supervised road testAbility to provide two (2) personal references
