Bus Driver

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High school diploma or GED
• •At least 18 years of age
• •Excellent motor vehicle driving record
• •Up-to-date commercial driver's license
• •Minimum of 2 years driving experience
• •State and federal requirements for required licenses, medical and school bus operator certification
• •Thorough knowledge of all state and federal laws and regulations, and safety procedures pertaining to the operation of a school bus
• •Knowledge of certification and license required for bus operation
• •Understanding of the limitations and hazards involved in operating assigned equipment
• •Knowledge of the requirements for maintaining the appearance of equipment
• •Knowledge of the proper forms and procedures to be completed for reporting student misbehavior, equipment failure, daily activity, mileage and time records
• •Knowledge of the proper procedures for emergency situations
• •Knowledge of daily bus route and the location of schools and other landmarks
• •Ability to operate a school bus in accordance with all state laws and regulations
• •Ability to carry out duties in extreme conditions of weather and noise
• •Ability to complete assigned tasks in a safe, timely, and effective manner
• •Ability to apply common sense, understanding and independent judgment in the performance of prescribed duties and tasks
• •Ability to communicate effectively with students, supervisors, co-workers, and the general public
• •Ability to maintain the required State Department of Education school bus operator's certification, physical performance and commercial driver's license
• •Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and responsible manner
• •Ability to move 125-pound object 30 feet in 30 seconds in the event of a bus emergency
• •Ability to complete the Physical Performance Test (PPT) in accordance with state requirements
• •Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics of data, people or things
• •Ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information
• •Ability to read a variety of administrative and statistical documents and reports
• •Ability to prepare various types of reports and documents with the proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar
• •Ability to speak before others with poise, voice control and confidence
• •Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• •Ability to comprehend and interpret received information
• •Ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions
• •Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical and/or professional languages including personnel, transportation management, student supervision, etc.
• •Ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, using mathematical formulas, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time
• •Ability to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion
• •Ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape
• •Ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using office and specialized equipment
• •Ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc.
• •Moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination
• •Ability to differentiate colors and shades of color
• •Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• •Adaptability to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines
• •Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the state and federal laws relating to the safe operation of a school bus as well as School District policies and Transportation procedures
• •Knowledge of the organization of the District
• •Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
• •Ability to make sound, educated decisions
• •Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision
• •Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
• •Knowledge of operation and maintenance of school buses and other vehicles used for student transportation
• •Ability to offer training and assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required
• •Ability to monitor student / employee behavior and to take action as needed to correct behavior problems
• •Ability to develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, parents, and subordinates in situations involving bus safety and security
• •Knowledge of the layout of local roads and of the locations and characteristics of the various neighborhoods
• •Ability to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job
• •Ability to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner
• •Knowledge of terminology and various professional languages within the department
• •Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling
• •Mathematical ability to handle required calculations
• •Knowledge of and ability to use modern office practices and equipment, including computers and related software
• •Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations
• •Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency
• •Ability to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation
• •Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities
• •Ability to exercise immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility
• •Ability to maintain high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts
• •Ability to perform described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively
• •Ability to complete assigned work within deadlines and accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures
• •Ability to maintain accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas
• •Ability to attend and remain at work regularly and adhere to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness
• •Ability to provide adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests
• •Ability to maintain an enthusiastic, self reliant and self starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities
• •Ability to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiate proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction
• •Ability to exercise analytical judgment in areas of responsibility
• •Ability to identify issues or situations as they occur and specify decision objectives
• •Ability to identify or assist in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations
• •Ability to implement decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors
• •Ability to seek expert or experienced advice where appropriate and research issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment