Bus Drivers

Safety and Efficiency

Safely and Efficiently transport students in support of their education
Monitor and Manage Student behavior

Essential Job Functions

• Perform basic operator level vehicle inspections and maintenance - including pre and post trip inspections per Colorado Code of Regulations
• Communicate regularly with Transportation and school staff regarding student, route and vehicle issues via two-way radio, verbal and written communication
• May be required to transport students with special needs and will be trained to do so per Colorado Department of Education guidelines
• Attends all meetings and training sessions including all training and driver meetings
• Seek ways to improve the assigned bus route and student transportation experience
• Learns how to and performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Related Work Experience

No experience required.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Must be at least 21 years of age with 5 years suitable Motor Vehicle Records
• Valid Colorado driver's license
• Commercial driver's license (CDL) with Class B P2S CDL endorsement required before assignment to most routes
• Ability to pass the Colorado Department of Transportation physical examination
• Participation in the Colorado Department of Education Random Drug and Alcohol testing program

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) in English
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Ability to obtain knowledge of Colorado and Federal laws as they relate to the transportation of students
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

Hourly Rate

$30.00 per hour

Days Worked

176 days/year

Benefits

• The Roaring Fork School District offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage.
• Other benefits include: paid personal and sick leave, paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, a robust retirement plan under Colorado PERA with a district contribution of over 20% of an employee's wages each month, Employee Assistance programs, a district wellness program, and access to discounted ski passes and other community benefits

Contact Information

If you have questions please contact Sherri Martinez at (970)384-5999.