School Bus Operator

School Bus Operator

The School District of Lee County is looking for an experienced Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students in a cost-effective manner that supports the goals of the District.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Florida driver’s license for the past five (5) years
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Florida CDL license or willingness to obtain license (paid by the District)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Obey all traffic laws.

· Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.

· Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops.

· Maintain discipline when students are on the bus and report undisciplined students to school authorities.

· Adhere to assigned schedule.

· Respond to dispatch requests.

· Maintain bus in a clean and orderly condition.

· Check bus daily for mechanical defects and for fuel and oil levels.

· Notify the proper authorities in case of mechanical failure or lateness.

· Attend a District-provided training to obtain a Defensive Driver Certificate within the first year of employment.

· Exercise responsible leadership on all school trips.

· Transport only authorized persons.

· Report all accidents and complete required accident reports.

· Enforce regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.

· Attend all required safety and training sessions, including special needs training.

· Complete required paperwork in its entirety and on time.

· Attend parent and school conferences as requested.

· Attend assigned area meetings.

· Conduct required bus evacuation drills.

· Administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guidelines.

· Serve in a team leader role when working with other school bus employees.

· Work closely with and cooperate with other employees.

· Comply with all requirements of Transportation Department directives, School Board policies, and regulations of the State Board of Education.

· Register with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

· Maintain driver and CDL licensure and required endorsements.

· Exhibit professionalism to include attendance, attitude, attire, and other directives per District policy.

Your Perks:

• Employee insurance plans including free employee health and life insurance
• Retirement programs
• Employee benefits & wellness programs including monetary incentives
• Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office)
• Free professional development
• A variety of discount partners
• Holidays and summers off!

About the School District of Lee County:

The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and America's 33rd-largest school district.* We proudly educate approximately 99,000 students in grades K-12, with thousands more adult learners. We are one of the county’s largest employers, with approximately 12,000 full- and part-time employees, and with the District's construction program, building new schools and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developers.

*Source: National Center for Education Statistics

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $18.90 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Florida CDL (Preferred)
• Florida driver's license for the past five (5) years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19