Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops
Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed
Maintains order an proper discipline of student passengers according to school policy
Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily
Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary
Services buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary fills tires and batteries
Performs periodical safety drills as required by law; completing necessary reports upon request
Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition
Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts
Attends various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required
Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of Colorado Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children
Operates a two-way radio
Performs related duties as required
The position’s preferred qualifications:
Possession of a valid and appropriate Colorado Driver's License
Possession of a safe driving record
Knowledge of the provisions of the Colorado Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as applied to the operation of vehicles used in the transport of school children
Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques
Knowledge of safe driving practices
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties
Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner
Ability to establish and maintain proper student conduct on school vehicle
Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently
Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving
Ability to maintain valid certification as school bus driver according to state regulations
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationship with those contacted in the performance of required duties
Salary:
This position is an hourly paid position at $19/hour.
