School Bus Driver Per Day

Job Description

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide safe, courteous, and timely bus transportation between home and school for all students. Transport students to and from

designated stops while maintaining a safe and clean environment, in accordance to the policies of School District Services, Inc., state

statutes, and department of education rules.

Work is performed under the direction and supervision of the assigned area manager. This position requires the regular exercise of

independent discretion and judgment within defined policy parameters. Perfect attendance and punctuality for the 180 school days

is required to be fully successful in this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in this position. The omission of

specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the

position.

Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and its special equipment and submit required

documentation to administration

Perform light maintenance such as checking and adding fluids and fuel

Exercise maximum regard for the safety and welfare of all transported students while operating a school bus

Assists students in the loading and unloading process

Keep the assigned bus clean and sanitary at all times, mopping, wiping all seats and roof, sweeping, and washing bus

Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required by the local school district

Communicate effectively and professionally with school staff and the public

Complete legible and accurate required reports in the prescribed manner on a timely basis

Provide maximum safety for passengers while on the bus and during loading and unloading

Maintain orderly conduct of pupils and manage them in a positive and effective way

Deliver bus to fleet maintenance facility as directed by a pre-arranged monthly schedule for service and inspection

Maintain routes and schedules planned by the school system personnel

Attend all in-service safety meetings required by the state and local school district

Complete the school bus driver training program as prescribed by state and local policies

Adhere to the attendance policy as dependability, punctuality and perfect attendance are essential for your daily bus driver

responsibilities

Assist other school bus drivers with their routes in cases of emergencies or as needs arise

Obey all traffic laws

Possess the physical and mental capability to operate all school busses within the fleet

Perform other duties as assigned

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be of good moral character

Excellent driving record

Valid driver’s license for at least 5 years

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, DOT Physical, and dexterity test

Good verbal and written communication skills

Be polished, well-groomed and maintained in personal appearance, as well as be well mannered

At School District Services, Inc., our bus drivers are an integral part of the communities they serve. They are committed to safety,

customer service, and have genuine caring attitudes for children.

Through our commitment to putting customers first, dedication to safety, and ambition to deliver the best means we’ve created a

working environment that you’ll love.

We are your friends, family, and neighbors!

Full-time