This postion is open until filled

This postition is for 8 hours per day, 260 days a year

Lincoln County School District #2

Job Description

Bus Driver

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.

Purpose

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
• 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 establish and maintain an effective working relationship with customers (e.g. co-workers, district staff, drivers)
• Possesses basic computer skills and has working knowledge of standard office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Windows, iOS, email, etc.
• Possesses basic computer network, data storage, and audio/video equipment knowledge
• A working knowledge of diesel engine diagnostic software (e.g. Cummins Insite, Caterpillar ET, etc.) and current emission systems
• Possesses verbal and written communication skills, inventory control skills, and job knowledge
• Ability to successfully complete all applicable district and transportation department training on their respective intervals
• A working knowledge of principles, theories, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel powered motorized vehicles and equipment
• Knowledge of legal mandates, policies, regulations and guidelines pertaining to the repair, overhaul, maintenance and operation of pupil transportation and automotive equipment
• Knowledge of safe working methods and procedures
• Possesses characteristics of attention to detail, dependability, and thoroughness
• Ability to obtain and maintain ASE School Bus Certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current, valid commercial drivers 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

Required Duties and Responsibilities

• Use a variety of hand/air tools, diagnostic equipment, welding equipment and a variety of mechanical aids in the repair, lubrication, adjustment and preventative maintenance of motorized equipment
• Estimate time and material costs concerning repair and maintenance functions
• Keep accurate and legible records
• Utilize electric and gas welding equipment, lathes and drill presses in repairing and fabricating parts
• Install, monitor, troubleshoot and repair onboard data and diagnostic systems (OEM, cameras, hard drives, GPS equipment, etc.)
• Perform tire maintenance on all vehicles including but not limited to mounting, dismounting, aligning, balancing, and siping by hand for extended periods of time without assistance
• Wash and keep all activity buses and other district owned vehicles clean
• Complete seat and other interior repairs
• Perform all aspects of mechanical repair and/or overhaul on heavy duty diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to air and hydraulic systems, drive train, electrical and starting systems, suspension and steering systems, braking systems, and bus ingress/egress equipment
• Receive and follow through with directives from supervisory staff
• Be on call as scheduled
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Help to maintain a safe work environment
• Help maintain part inventory through analysis of usage, tracking, recording and ordering
• Perform drive tests to evaluate proper performance of school buses and other vehicles
• Occasionally perform substitute school bus driver service including any and all duties of a school bus driver
• Furnish own hand tools
• Perform other jobs as assigned by the Transportation Director

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 75 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding and ramps
• 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, oils, additives, diesel and gasoline
• Moderate exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals
• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials

Experience and Education

Certification as a Diesel and/or Gasoline Engine mechanic and/or a minimum of 5 years full time experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier
• In accordance with policy GBEC and procedure GBEC-R all new employees must submit to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check
• Submission of a motor vehicle driving record for the past 10 years