Bus Drivers who work at least 630 hours per school year are eligible for health benefits through the states School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) and retirement through the state Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
Purpose Transport students to and from school and school-related events and activities in a school bus or van. This position is daily on-call and hours will vary based upon the specific needs of the Transportation Department.
Essential Functions Operates school bus safely and professionally. Perform and properly complete daily pre- and post-trip inspections and duties. Complies with all traffic ordinances, OSPI regulations, school district procedures, and all state and federal laws. Complies with discipline and safety policies set forth by the district. Participates in periodic training. Maintain all required records. Create and maintain a safe environment for students on the buses. Follow discipline plan for students to ensure their safety. Instruct students on bus safety subjects.
Duties directly related to the purpose of the job.
Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises students while transporting them.
Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent CDL with school bus certification Prefer up to 6 months commercial driving experience Satisfactory 5-year driving abstract Clean WSPFBI Background check Satisfactory DOT Physical Current 1st Aid CPR card 21 years of age Satisfactory completion of SPI Bus Driver Training Course Must meet all current OSPI minimum qualifications for school bus drivers
Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, other employees, and/or students.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Other Skills and Abilities Ability to manage children effectively. Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the community. Ability to work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations and maintain control in emergency situations. Ability to read and follow maps, route schedules, and instructions. Ability to perform duties in accordance with all district and state requirements and policies.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
Specific vision and hearing required by this job include:
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently work:
Information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.