Bus Driver - Pool

Bus Drivers are on the Classified Salary Schedule. New hires may bring in up to 8 years of previous experience in similar school-type settings, though starting salaries typically fall at the lower end of the range.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Colorado commercial driver’s license with “S” endorsement (CDL training available upon hire)
• Current First Aid Certificate and CPR (must acquire within 90 days of hire)
• Pass the annual Colorado Department of Education School Bus Operators Test (written and skills)
• Meet District’s requirements for insurability
• Pass DOT physical
• Record of safe driving per motor-vehicle record check
• Pass drug/alcohol screen per Board Policy EEAEAA and EEAEAA-R

Responsibilities

• Safely operate school buses in various weather conditions
• Maintain control of passenger conduct and ensure safety of all passengers while en route
• Implement discipline as necessary and monitor student behavior
• Provide care and assistance to passengers, including aid in loading and unloading
• Inspect equipment, instruments, safety devices, and vehicles to ensure compliance and proper operation before and after driving duties
• Maintain adequate levels of fuel, engine oil, and coolant
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of district vehicles to comply with DOT, CDE, and District 8 regulations, policies, and standards
• Inspect and ensure the interior and exterior cleanliness of the assigned bus
• Communicate with Transportation personnel, students, and school officials
• Distribute bus incident referrals to designated schools or locations
• Report emergencies, breakdowns, delays, and accidents to the Transportation Supervisor in a timely manner
• Attend safety and in-service meetings
• Prepare for and execute emergency bus evacuation drills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures governing vehicle and school transportation operations
• Ability to operate all district transportation vehicles
• Ability to apply and wear district-provided safety equipment
• Ability to perform pre- and post-trip requirements unassisted
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and be a team player

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and taste or smell
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic insurance
• Life, long-term disability, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Paid time off
• District and employee contributions to some or most benefits

Schedule

185 days per year – 5-hour workday positions available.