Bus Driver

About the role

Under general supervision, incumbent(s) transport students to and from school, conduct pre-trip inspections of buses, ensure buses are safe and presentable, maintain discipline, and prepare incident documents when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation for students to and from school including driving through neighborhoods, congested traffic, and on major streets while practicing defensive driving methods.
• Assesses emergency breakdowns by determining problem and when to call office for assistance.
• Identifies fluid leaks, inadequate air brakes, cooling and heating problems, electrical problems, and other possible bus problems that are conspicuous.
• Cleans the bus including floors, seats, windows, exterior, and disposing of trash.
• Maintains order on the bus according to state law and District policy by monitoring student behavior in mirror and using public announcement system (PA).
• Keeps records of all warnings and prepares behavior incident documentation when appropriate.
• Attends conferences with principals and parents when behavior becomes an on-going problem.
• Performs special assignments including driving for field trips in town/state or out of state, and transporting special needs students requiring special accommodations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to being hired;
• Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within 30 days of hire;
• Valid First Aid certification within 30 days of hire;
• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License within 30 days of hire;
• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver’s License prior to hire.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

Qualifications

• To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year with operating a school bus;
• One year of bus maintenance experience;
• Valid passenger (P) endorsement;
• Valid Department of Transportation physical;
• Proficiency in English and another target language.

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding traffic laws;
• Applying vehicle safety;
• Applying defensive driving methods;
• Operating a bus;
• Identifying and responding to hazardous situations;
• Applying school disciplinary procedures;
• Maintaining safe environment for children;
• School rules, policies and disciplinary steps;
• Making minor bus repairs as indicated in the essential duties;
• Following established routes for student pick-up and drop off;
• Applying defensive driving techniques;
• Using computer software related programs;
• Engaging and encouraging communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand, walk, and sit;
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
• Reach with hands and arms;
• Use computer software related programs;
• Engage and encourage communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Working Conditions

• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions;
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles;
• Occasional exposure to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration;
• Noisy environment.