Bus Operator 229

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• •Criminal background check conducted
• •Meet the definition of 'Qualifications' in WV Code §18A-4-8b
• •demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state approved competency test)
• •Must be at least 21 years of age
• •Must have at least three years of driving experience as a licensed operator of any vehicle
• •Must obtain and maintain WV CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsements
• •Must successfully complete WV School Bus Safety Program and pass requisite online and skills tests
• •Must be able to climb in and out of bus to check engine compartment
• •Must maintain valid CPR and First Aide Certification
• •Must pass a physical examination form a Medical Examiner as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
• •Must pass a drug and alcohol screen
• •Must meet all requirements outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336
• •Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• •Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, parents, students and administrators
• •Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detail but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• •Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• •Ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students
• •Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions
• •Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community
• •Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• •Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies
• •Understanding of confidentiality and commitment to abide by confidentiality regulations
• •Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds (100 pounds minimum on a special education bus)
• •Specific vision abilities required: distance vision to read road signs and detect road hazards
• •Specific vision abilities required: near vision to monitor instruments as well as student passengers
• •Ability to adjust focus
• •Ability to tell where a sound is coming from
• •Ability to hear in a noisy environment
• •Must be available for split-shift schedule (early morning to late afternoon with time off in-between)
• •Must be able to work in extreme temperatures from below freezing to occasionally 80°F+
• •Must be able to tolerate moderate to loud noise levels (60-90 dB)
• •Must be able to work on slippery floor surfaces
• •Must be able to work in heavy traffic
• •Must be able to handle stress and fatigue
• •Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• •Must be willing to work five day work week
• •Must be willing to perform pre/post trip inspections
• •Must be willing to learn route, including pick up and drop off locations
• •Must be willing to safely use fire extinguisher
• •Must be willing to assist and supervise students with disabilities
• •Must be willing to communicate with students, parents, school officials and supervisors
• •Must be willing to mop and clean inside and outside the vehicle
• •Must be willing to complete proper paperwork
• •Must be willing to conduct a rules and regulations orientation each year on each regular bus run
• •Must be willing to bring bus to garage for regularly scheduled maintenance
• •Must be willing to perform all duties outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336