Bus Driver Trainee Program - Transportation Central

About the role

The Bus Driver Trainee position at Cherry Creek School District requires completing a training program and obtaining a CDL Class B with both passenger and school bus endorsements within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in the district Bus Driver training program. (Daily, 20%)
• Aid in the loading and unloading of students, especially those with special needs. (Daily, 10%)
• Aid in maintaining appropriate student behavior by monitoring behavior and intervening as necessary. (Daily, 20%)
• Communicate with the driver in developing a team environment. (Daily, 10%)
• Acquire and maintain information such as medical information, physical limitations, and symptoms that may require immediate attention or intervention concerning assigned students. (Daily, 10%)
• Ensure all students are properly loaded and seated. (Daily, 10%)
• Assist the bus driver in keeping special needs equipment picked up and stored in its proper place when not in use, cleaning the interior of the bus, and sanitizing seats after each route. (Daily, 10%)
• Practice emergency evacuation drills with students and the driver. (Weekly, 5%)
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested. (Daily, 5%)

Qualifications

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• No professional work experience required
• Colorado driver’s license
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with both a "P" (passenger) and "S" (school bus) endorsement within one month of hire
• CPR and First Aid certification within one month of hire
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successful completion of a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical within one week of hire
• Must meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool
• Have a clear/clean Colorado Department of Motor Vehicle record within the past three years
• Pass Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Colorado Department of Education screenings
• Original of your Motor Vehicle Record dated within the past 30 days
• Not have a suspended/revoked license within the past three years or a probationary license for less than three years
• Not have been convicted of DUI or DWAI within the past three years

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Moderate work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds)
• Works both indoors and outdoors
• Typically a very loud noise level
• Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization
• Occasional bending, reaching, and climbing
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Visual concentration
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to appropriately interact with the public, students, and coworkers
• Exposure to all weather conditions