Bus Driver

POSITION :                                         BUS DRIVER       

JOB DESCRIPTION : 

The position requires a complete working knowledge and understanding of safe bus driving practices sufficient to recognize problems and take appropriate action; working knowledge of the operations of school buses; working knowledge and understanding of Stale laws, rules and regulations; Education Code sections pertaining to school bus operations and pupil transportation; knowledge of routine equipment servicing; knowledge first aide practices; sufficient knowledge of English language to prepare travel and safety logs and prepare work orders; sufficient communication skills to exercise patience and maintain harmony within a work team and with students apr parents.

The position requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position with minimal supervision; ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently while sleeping too well-established schedules; ability to read and write sufficiently to perform all of the duties of the position including understanding applicable laws, regulations and codes required; ability to maintain order among students, both while driving and at bus stops;  must be able to recognize malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate actions; ability to maintain an assigned vehicle in clean and safe operating  conditions; ability to administer first aid to ill or injured students, must learn designated bus routes, including stops and traffic hazards, must be able to perform routine servicing; requires the ability to maintain required records and requires the ability to work productively with peers, students, parents, and members of the general public.

REPORTS TO :                                         SITE PRINCIPAL AND TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Drives a regular equipped school bus daily over designated and special routes in compliance with time schedules, picking up discharging students, and drives for special events
• Inspects the bus prior to operation for safety purposes. Cleans windshields and headlights. Cleans the interior and exterior of buses as needed, including, but not limited to, picking up debris, sweeping  and mopping floor, and wiping and cleaning upholstery
• Services us with fuel and oil. Performs routine checks of belts, braking, turning signals, and lighting.  Inspects hydraulic lifts. Reports problems or equipment malfunctions
• Maintains appropriate behavior among students on buses and while the bus is parked at bus stops. Follows school policies regarding the student control and contract with parents and the public
• Reports incidents affecting the safety of the students. Maintains records of all trips. Files accident reports. Completes accurate records as required by State and federal laws and policies
• Performs first aid or emergency assistance
• Attends scheduled safety meetings and continuing education programs
• May transport students and chaperons on field trips to various locations making departure and arrival time as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Requires the ability to function indoors and outdoors performing work of an active nature.
•  Requires arm-hand and leg-foot dexterity to drive a bus. Requires visual acuity including depth perception. 
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time. 
• Require hearing sufficient to be aware of traffic and road distractions/conditions and listen to children.
• Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and the ability to move or lift into place passenger ambulatory aids such as wheelchairs onto platforms

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Work is performed outdoors where some safety considerations exist from physical activity and traffic conditions.

Licenses, certifications, bonding, and/or testing required: 

• Requires valid Commercial Class A or B Driver’s License; medical examination card; valid California Special Driver
• A California School Bus Driver Certificate, DMV H6 Printout, and valid CPR and First Aid Certificates