Substitute Bus Driver

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow local, state, and federal regulations and Board Policies pertaining to the School Transportation Program.
• Drives school bus or other multi-passenger vehicle to transport students from rural areas and in-town neighborhoods to schools, on field trips and to school activities.
• Comply with traffic regulations in order to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Follow safety rules as students are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross streets near bus stops.
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs to the Mechanic or Transportation Director.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using mobile two-way radios or telephone.
• Check fuel level on bus/passenger vehicle as needed. Refuel as needed on any out of state travel.
• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Read maps, and follow written and verbal geographic directions in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Keep bus interior clean for passengers and to promote a positive image for the school district.
• Maintain knowledge of basic first-aid procedures.
• Maintain order among pupils during trips, in order to ensure safety.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers on trips, hours worked, mileage, and fuel consumption.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Transportation and Superintendent of Schools.
• Required to attend annual 3-hour bus driver re-certification course.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to sit, reach, carry, push, bend body at waist, bend both knees, twist, and stoop while carrying out required functions such as driving, checking fluids, cleaning the interior or washing the exterior of a school bus.
• Able to read, write and record reports utilizing basic computer functions.
• Able to communicate effectively utilizing a two-way radio or telephone in a clear, precise voice.
• Able to work in confined space such as a vehicle/school bus.

WORKING CONDITIONS