Bus Driver

BUS DRIVER

Reports to: Transportation Director

Dept./School: Transportation

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Length of Contract: 180 days; Hours vary

Primary Purpose

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from school or other designated location.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Valid Arkansas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with Passenger, Air Brake, and S endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to pass alcohol and drug test

Must be able to pass a criminal history check and DPS physical

Must have acceptable driving record

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of student discipline procedure

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to operate bus

Experience

None required

The Board may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Maintain professional behavior, appearance, and work ethic to represent the school district positively at all times
• Articulate a positive image of the school district and school district personnel.
• Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.
• Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of necessary repairs.
• Inspect bus and complete Pre-Trip form before any bus use.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures; complete required reports.
• Keep records of bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and the number of passengers transported.
• Keep assigned bus fueled and clean (interior and exterior) regularly.
• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Communicate with the transportation office daily regarding student behavior while on the bus.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to the appropriate principal.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Assign seating appropriately to aid in maintaining proper discipline.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route to the transportation director.
• Operate two-way radio equipment and cell phone to communicate with the transportation office.
• Present a positive role model for students that supports the school climate and mission of the school district.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Attend and complete required training programs (on all in-service days) to maintain safety certification safety including first aid/CPR training.
• Perform safety evacuations as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Equipment Used

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher, seatbelts, wheelchair lift

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands

Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions; work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature and vehicle fumes