Arkansas Department Of Education Lonoke , AR 72086
Posted 5 days ago
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER - TRANSPORT STUDENTS TO/FROM BUSINESS ACADEMY AND MEDICAL CLINIC
Position Title: Bus Driver
Department: Transportation
Reports To: Director of Transportation
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Operate any and all school buses, including Special Education buses, on scheduled routes and/or on all types of trips in support of district approved activities, both within and out of school district boundaries
Successfully complete District school bus driver training programs and courses
Complete all other training programs required by District policy and procedures
Perform pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections as required by State and District policy procedure
Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of assigned district vehicles; sweeping, dusting, and washing
Add fuel, oil, and coolant as needed
Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of supervisory personnel. Confer with parents when necessary
Complete forms, records and reports as required by State and District policy and procedures. Maintain an up to date seating chart on bus
Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Arkansas and District policy and procedures
Wear appropriate attire to comply with District policy and procedures
Operate and maintain all school bus equipment and accessories including, but not limited to, fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, first aid kits, wheel chair lifts, and tie downs
Operate all hand and foot controls installed in the school bus as required by Arkansas State School Bus Specifications
Perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR
Maintain and complete legible and accurate forms, records, time sheets, accident reports, and other clerical type activities as may be required
Perform other school bus driver related duties as directed by District policy procedures
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the general public
Notify transportation director if driver cannot perform assigned duty as early as possible so that a substitute can be notified to take your place
Upon student entry of bus, the driver must be present on the bus
Participate in all required screenings and tests
Daily attendance and punctuality are required for the purpose of ensuring the goals of the work unit can be met
Display professionalism in appearance, attitude, and actions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above 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.
Must possess a valid Arkansas Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.
Arkansas Department Of Education