School Bus Driver

Job Description

Definition

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, represents the Lincoln County School District #2 Transportation Department in the daily transportation of students to and from school and all related functions. Supports the philosophy of the district and department within the designated areas of responsibility. Assists the district administration in providing a positive and safe learning environment.

Purposes

To provide opportunities for success at the next level for all district students through the integral component of transportation by:

• continuing and strengthening a legacy of professionalism
• driving with efficiency and accuracy, and
• focusing on the core values of safety, responsibility and respect

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations and possesses sound emotional judgment
• Ability to read gauges and recognize mechanical problems to prevent damage and ensure safety
• Ability to follow and complete verbal and written instructions
• Ability to successfully complete all applicable district and transportation department training on their respective intervals
• Ability to monitor student conduct
• Ability to be alert to emotional and physical conditions that may affect the safety and/or welfare of students
• Ability to monitor and operate the two-way radio while driving a school bus
• Possesses characteristics of attention to detail, dependability, and thoroughness
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current, valid commercial driver’s license, Class B, with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements issued by the state that the driver’s residence is located in
• 21 years of age or older
• A working knowledge of the topics contained in the Wyoming Commercial Vehicle Driver’s Manual
• Ability to obtain and maintain a medical examiner’s certificate required by the United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation: 49 CFR 391.41
• Knowledge of and ability to perform duties and responsibilities of a school bus paraprofessional

Required Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate assigned bus on assigned route. Assigned buses and routes may change at any time according to the needs of the district.
• Responsible to know, understand, and follow all applicable Federal, State, District and Department laws, rules, policies and procedures regarding pupil transportation
• Complete all records/reports timely and accurately such as pre-trip, post trip, student conduct, route logs, mileage, student counts, seating charts, stop arm violations, and time for payroll and submit to Transportation Department
• Safely operate bus in all road, weather and traffic conditions per assignment
• Maintain student discipline on the bus utilizing district policy and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of all information regarding students, parents, staff and other members of the public
• Use effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills when working with students, parents, and district personnel
• Perform daily preventative maintenance checks and ensure bus is mechanically safe and sound
• Ensure that required safety restraint systems are securely fastened
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Report any defects or poor operating conditions of his/her assigned bus as soon as reasonably possible after they are identified using computer-based software
• Assume personal liability for damage or injury resulting from unreported defects or poor conditions of the bus
• Ensure that each student is transported in a safe and responsible manner utilizing established safe loading and unloading procedures including wheelchair securement when applicable
• Assist students/passengers boarding bus, including the operation of wheel chair lift, when necessary
• Maintain a clean bus, both interior and exterior
• Maintain a list with all route specific contact information of students and school district personnel
• Keep a current and accurate route sheet with student loading locations, line up positions for each loading zone, specific times, and any other general instructions which may be necessary or helpful to substitute drivers on the bus at all times
• Performs other job-related duties as necessary

Physical Demands

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.  

• Frequent and prolonged exposure to jarring, bouncing and shaking caused by rough roads
• Frequently exert 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Combined static range of movement of the head/neck and visual field of at least 285 degrees
• Reach arms overhead and exert 10 pounds of force to open emergency exits
• Ascend and descend stairs
• Sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time; reach with hands and arms, crouch, and kneel
• Perceive the nature of sound; see near, far, and peripherally; perceive depth; adjust focus
• Provide oral information
• Have the manual dexterity to operate the following related equipment without assistance; automobile, school bus, two-way radio, fuel pump, switch, button, knob, pressure washer, squirt bottle, broom, mop, window scraper, and other related materials and objects

Environmental Demands

• Exposure to temperature extremes from minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit to positive 110 degrees Fahrenheit
• Frequent exposure to wet, humid or windy conditions caused by weather
• Frequent exposure to loud noises
• Frequent exposure to inhalation of engine exhaust fumes
• Frequent exposure to cleaning solvents, aerosol sprays, diesel and gasoline
• Moderate exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals
• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials

Experience and Education

Any combination of experience, education and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. 

Conditions of Employment

• Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier
• Submission to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing
• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Submission of a motor vehicle driving record for the past 10 years

In accordance with policy GBEC and procedure GBEC-R all new employees must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employee must consent to and provide the necessary documentation (fingerprinting, etc.) to allow for a criminal background check.