Bus Driver

Job Title: School Bus Driver

Reports To: Transportation Director

Location: Pauls Valley - District

Summary:

Individual must be willing and able to drive all assigned routes as needed and assist other drivers with various duties as needed. Drives a school bus safely in accordance with time schedules; transporting students to and from their homes, a variety of school sites and on field trips as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

Operate a two-way radio.

Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individual.

Maintains order and proper discipline of passengers; resolves disputes, documents and reports severe disciplinary cases

Conducts daily safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle.

Assures maintenance of bus and that bus is in a safe and clean operating condition.

Reports needed mechanical repairs.

Installs special safety belts.

Sweeps interior of the bus and washes windows daily.

Services the bus with gas and oil.

Follows established security procedures.

Maintains a variety of records and reports including but not limited to mileage, routing, maintenance, and time schedules.

Attends meetings, programs, and in-service training as assigned.

Maintains current required licenses and certificates.

Notifies appropriate individuals of any delays in scheduled route.

Assists with other routes when breakdown or other unusual circumstances occur as assigned.

Performs other tasks, duties, or services consistent with this position as assigned Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent previous experience in lieu of education Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:

Must possess or be willing to obtain a CDL - Class B combination with passenger and school bus endorsement.

Must possess or be willing to obtain a State of Oklahoma School Bus Driving Certificate.

Must have a clean driving record. Experience:

Previous experience driving a passenger bus preferred. Physical Requirements:

Must pass an annual DOT physical

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally Other:

Proficient in Spanish is a plus.

Must be 18 years of age or older.