Bus Driver (Full Time 6 hours per day)

Job Responsibilities

• Cleans the bus and acquires necessary repairs and service as needed
• Completes mandated pre-trip prior to driving bus each day
• Is compliant with all Ohio laws, ODE and district policies and procedures related to mandatory random, reasonable cause and post-accident drug/alcohol testing
• Obeys all Ohio and local traffic laws, ODE and district policies and procedures
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school busses
• Keeps to assigned schedule and route
• Directly supervises students on bus at all times by being present on the bus and alert to student behavior
• Maintains firm, fair and consistent discipline when students are on the bus
• Enforces school bus regulations as outlined in handbook and bus rules document
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority in writing
• Picks up and discharges students only at authorized stops
• Transports only authorized students
• Completes and turns in route timing sheets, time sheets and other reports/forms as required
• Notifies the proper authorities in case of mechanical failure or delay in arrival
• Notifies the proper authority in the event of hazardous road conditions
• Reports all accidents and completes required accident reports within 24 hours
• Attends all safety workshops and meetings as required by district administration
• Uses proper grammar and correct spelling in using disciplinary forms and other reports
• Uses the bus radio in a professional manner and only for school/safety related business
• Reports all on duty and off duty violations of traffic laws to supervisor before returning to work
• Maintains mature and proper behavior while on duty and on school property
• Maintains a good attendance record
• Follows district and departmental policies for requesting days/time off

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must have the physical capability of performing and perform a daily pre-trip inspection as mandated
• Be physically able to wear a seat belt
• Be physically qualified as determined by an annual physical examination meeting the criteria established by the Ohio Department of Education, Form T-8
• Complete pre-service and in-service training, as per Rule 3301-83-10 of the Administrative Code, so that the individual has the ability to be trained in the operation of a school bus and have knowledge of the Transportation Laws and Regulations prior to testing by the Ohio State Highway Patrol
• Hold a current commercial drivers license or be willing to get (we can provide training)
• Demonstrates the ability to cope with stressful situations as related to all students including students with disabilities
• Possess or upgrade skills through formal and/or in-service training related to transportation of students including students with disabilities
• Has a satisfactory work history and driving record as verified through professional references and a report from the State Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation, FBI, BMV and/or county or local law enforcement agency
• Pass Pre-Employment drug screen and all job related drug and alcohol screens as required under Ohio law

Personal Qualities

• Maintains well-groomed appearance, including shoes, as outlined in drivers handbook
• Displays a positive and friendly attitude
• Is punctual and dependable
• Shows An Interest In The Job
• Remains flexible at all times and remains calm when under stress
• Demonstrates an ability to make sound decisions
• Maintains a good attendance record
• Follows district and departmental policies for requesting days/time off

School-Customer Relations

• At all times, communicates a positive image of the school district
• At all times, maintains the confidentiality of school and department related issues
• Defuses rumors with regard to school matters among drivers and/or in community