Substitute Bus Driver

Description:

Safely transport students to and from school and all school related events; comply with federal and state laws, and board of education rules and mandates that pertain to school bus drivers.

NOTE:

The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Essential Functions:

Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings

Has a legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values

Shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District

Ensure safety of students

Transport students safely and efficiently to and from school and school-related events

Follow assigned bus routes and schedules

Maintain required records and information

Perform pretrip and postrip inspections as required and report problems

Keep assigned vehicle neat and clean

Maintain up-to-date knowledge and awareness of changes in driving laws as they apply to transporting school children

Obey all traffic laws

Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses

Maintain pupil control and report any violations to the proper authorities as prescribed

Notify the transportation supervisor in case of mechanical failure or lateness

Discharge students only at authorized stops

Report all accidents and complete required reports

Report any hazardous conditions along the existing route to the transportation supervisor

Be available in the event of an emergency dismissal

Notify the transportation supervisor in case of illness in order to permit time to secure a substitute driver

Share in the responsibility for driving for a school-sponsored event and/or approved field trip

Conduct front door, rear door and combination front and rear door emergency evacuation drills

Prepare reports, route maps, schedules, pupil lists, and accident reports as required

Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents

Attend meetings and in-services as required

Maintain valid driving credentials

Immediately report any change in driving status, traffic charges or convictions and criminal charges and convictions to employer

Promote good public relations

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Warm up the engine gradually in cold weather

Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips

Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

State of Ohio Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels

Effective active listening skills

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Basic first aid

Familiar with all materials in Ohio Preservice Bus Driver Training Manual

Familiar with all materials in Ohio Pupil Transportation Operation and Safety Rules

Ability to work independently

Ability to read and understand road maps

Trained in student management, and handling of special needs children

Equipment Operated:

Bus

Other passenger vehicles legal for the transportation of students

Air compressor and tire pressure gauge

Refueling equipment

Pressure washer

Safety equipment on bus

Wheelchair lift and wheelchair securement devices

Mobile communication devices

Required safety equipment found on school vehicles

First aid kit and body fluid kit

Various handheld items, e.g. tire iron, oil can, flares, broom, dustpan, flashlight, squeegee

Additional Working Conditions:

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue

Ability to operate the bus or vehicle in inclement weather conditions

Frequent interaction with unruly children

Occasional evening/weekend/summer work

Occasional requirement to work overtime

Occasional requirement to lift and carry bus supplies up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Occasional requirement to push and pull up to a maximum of 300 pounds (on wheels)

Frequent requirement to climb, steps on bus and to check bus fluids, through bus back emergency door, bumpers to adjust mirrors or clean windshield

Frequent stooping, kneeling and crouching during inspections

Frequent requirement to balance when adjusting side mirrors

Frequent extensive sitting, up to two hours at a time

Frequent exposure to high levels of noise

Frequent repetitive hand motion

Occasional requirement to carry bus students in an emergency evacuation

Frequent exposure to various fumes, i.e., carbon monoxide and diesel fuel

Frequent requirements to sit, stand, walk. talk, hear, see (color vision required), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, balance, kneel and stoop

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.

Revised: January 6, 2023