Bus Driver

SUMMARY

Transport students safely to and from school or to school-sponsored activities. Maintain safe and clean bus conditions, keep necessary records, and communicate effectively with parents, students and staff about transportation-related matters.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic writing, reading and communications skills as acquired through a high school diploma or higher. Able to read and understand transportation instructions, traffic regulations and signs, and to make written and oral reports to supervisors.

• Prior experience in driving a bus or commercial vehicle preferred.
• Valid driver's license with appropriate endorsements as required in each state.
• Clear background check including motor vehicle record to enable the individual to be covered through the school's insurance regarding student transportation.
• Able to communicate professionally and politely with students and parents even in stressful situations such as when the bus is delayed or when an accident has occurred; able to exercise appropriate supervision of students on the bus and to maintain order and discipline.
• Able to comply with routine safety procedures such as vehicle checks, end-of-shift sweep, and others.
• Clean pre-employment drug test and willingness to submit to random drug testing.

Details available upon request