School Bus Driver / Custodian

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED preferred
• Hold a valid CDL Class B Maine Driver’s License with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Must have passed a physical exam directed by state requirements and comply with stipulations recommended by the district’s examining physician.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical information.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees.
• Self-directed/motivated.

Performance Responsibilities

• Maintain a Class B Maine State Drivers License with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Perform pre-trip inspections of district vehicles in accordance with Transportation Policies
• Check oil, coolant, and fuel at proper operating levels
• Maintain vehicle in proper, safe, and clean condition
• Report defects or mechanical failures of vehicle on proper documentation provided by the district transportation office
• Supervise and discipline all passengers in a professional manner
• Report students needing further disciplinary action to the Director of Transportation
• Observe and obey all district, local, and state traffic laws
• Keep to assigned route at all times; discharge of passengers at authorized stops only
• Perform at least 3 emergency evacuations for each trip of students each year; provide transportation office of proper emergency evacuation documentation
• Attend all transportation safety meetings and conferences as directed by Director of Transportation
• Report ALL accidents to Director of Transportation immediately
• Wear proper uniform attire and maintains serviceability
• Follow district policies; contractual obligations with professional attitude
• Follow all necessary requirements of time clock procedures
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Director of Transportation and/or Director of Operations
• Perform general custodial and maintenance duties at the assigned location(s)
• Provide an adequate custodial inventory of materials and supplies on your custodial cart and closet
• Perform emergency custodial duties during the school day (if scheduled)
• Replace materials as needed in areas that are maintained by Custodial Services
• Maintain the building in a safe, neat and orderly fashion
• Help keep the grounds and play areas free from litter
• Use proper operation and cleaning methods for any machinery or equipment
• Use proper cleaning methods for spaces that you are responsible for
• Avoid damage to the building and grounds
• Assume responsibility for the general security of the building
• Assume responsibility for the general fire safety of the building
• Maintain communication between the Lead Custodian in regards to building needs or problems
• Report maintenance issues to the Lead Custodian
• Participate in any professional development the district offers for Custodial Services
• Become familiar with all emergency procedures of the building including valves, switches and other building equipment
• Offer input to the Lead Custodian and/or Operations Supervisor in regards to materials, equipment, procedures, and maintenance needs
• Know and understand the use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Lead Custodian, Director of Operations and/or Director of Transportation
• Must become CPR certified; and maintain certification throughout employment

Benefits

Salary: $23.81$28.11 Per Hour

Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

Position Type: Full-Time

Terms of Employment: As determined annually by the District.

Evaluation: Completed annually by Director of Transportation or their designee.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt