Bus Driver (2)
Dutchess BOCES
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Bus Driver (2)
Part-Time
LOCATION(S): Various
Distinguishing Features Of The Class
This is manual work of average difficulty requiring skill in the operation of an automotive vehicle used to
transport students and/or passengers. The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the passengers.
The work is performed under general supervision with considerable leeway allowed to the operator for
independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.
Typical Work Activities
Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations; ability to operate a bus under all
driving and road conditions; ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle; ability to understand and follow
simple oral and written directions; ability to get along well with students and/or adult passengers and
command their respect; mechanical aptitude; mental alertness; dependability; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid appropriate level Driver License or Commercial Driver License at the time of
appointment (varies by appointing authority).
Special Requirement
In School Districts, drivers must be at least 21 years of age. In addition, candidates must satisfy the
requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State
Commissioner of Education. Where applicable, all candidates must meet the requirements for Bus Drivers set
forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law and any other statutory requirements that apply.
CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLY
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
START DATE: September 1, 2024
Bus Driver (2)
Part-Time
LOCATION(S): Various
Distinguishing Features Of The Class
This is manual work of average difficulty requiring skill in the operation of an automotive vehicle used to
transport students and/or passengers. The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the passengers.
The work is performed under general supervision with considerable leeway allowed to the operator for
independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.
Typical Work Activities
- Operates a school bus or other bus on regular schedule and/or on special occasions;
- Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip;
- Reports any mechanical defect to immediate superior;
- Checks and fills vehicle with fuel;
- Instructs students or adult passengers about safety practices when entering and/or leaving bus;
- Maintains orderly conduct of students or adult passengers while on bus;
- Completes accident and vehicle maintenance reports;
- May clean interior and exterior of assigned vehicle;
- May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle;
- May be required to administer first aid to students or adult passengers injured on bus;
- May install and remove tire chains when necessary;
- Does related work as required.
- Dust chairs, tables, desks, and other furniture;
- Wash windows, walls, woodwork, bathrooms, tubs, and bowls;
- Gather and dispose of refuse;
- Clean and polish furniture;
- Sweep, mop, and wash floors, clean black boards and erasers, and perform other cleaning duties;
- Perform maintenance on automotive vehicle and/or buildings and grounds;
- Perform simple clerical tasks such as filing, sorting and/or printing of various materials.
Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations; ability to operate a bus under all
driving and road conditions; ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle; ability to understand and follow
simple oral and written directions; ability to get along well with students and/or adult passengers and
command their respect; mechanical aptitude; mental alertness; dependability; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid appropriate level Driver License or Commercial Driver License at the time of
appointment (varies by appointing authority).
Special Requirement
In School Districts, drivers must be at least 21 years of age. In addition, candidates must satisfy the
requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State
Commissioner of Education. Where applicable, all candidates must meet the requirements for Bus Drivers set
forth in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law and any other statutory requirements that apply.
CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLY
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
START DATE: September 1, 2024
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