Monroe School District Monroe , WA 98272
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Benefit Info:
*Optional Benefit: •Annuities (403(b), Roth) Upon completion of 630 work hours in a school year: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription (SEBB) Optional Benefits: •Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance •Long-Term Disability Insurance •Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance •Medical flexible spending arrangement •Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement •Dependent care assistance program
CLASSIFICATION: Classified
TITLE: Bus Driver
REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Transportation
POSITION SUMMARY:
Operates school buses safely under all types of weather conditions, including but not limited to: Fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow, and ice. Transports students and other authorized persons on regular and special program "to and from school" routes and on field, extracurricular, and other extra activity trips as authorized by school district officials
Preferred Education and Experience
High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
Five (5) years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle
Washington State driver's license; Class B, CDL with appropriate endorsements
School bus driver authorization
Obtain and maintain CPR and first aid qualifications
Special Requirements
Valid First Aid/CPR card
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Successfully meet all requirements of Chapter 180-20 (drug, disclosure, fingerprinting)
Have an excellent driving record
Five year complete school bus abstract
Physically able to drive and perform all duties related to school bus driving
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance
Maintains updated and current route sheet
Maintains order on the bus while performing normal driving duties and functions
Maintains order and adheres to safety rules when loading and unloading pupils
Exercises responsible leadership at all times
Install, service, or replace school bus equipment and accessories, including but not limited to, fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, first aid and mess kits, snow chains, etc.
Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment
Clean interior of bus, add fuel when required clean exterior as required
Work effectively with a group of students, bused together, of different grade levels, abilities or program placement
Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, time sheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports, misconduct reports, accident reports and other clerical-type activities as may be required
Dress appropriately and wear proper foot protection (WAC 296-24-088) for the job
Complies with state laws and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses
Performs related duties which are consistent with this job description and the employee's assignment
Checks mailbox, bulletin boards, and doors for messages prior to leaving bus garage
Takes direction, and instruction regarding safe driving procedures as required to fulfill functions and responsibilities
Operate wheelchair lift and assist students loading and unloading from the school bus (only lift bus)
Relate effectively with parents, staff, and public in a multicultural and multiracial community
Perform other school bus driver-related duties as directed by local school district policies
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:
Use of a personal computer and telephone
Use of technological devices pertinent to school bus transportation
Ability to perceive the nature of sound; near/far visual acuity, depth perception
Ability to communicate orally; manual dexterity to operate office machines, gross and fine motor skills
Exert 10 to 20 pounds of force on a frequent basis
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
Sit for extended periods of time, walk, stand
Attend off site trainings and workshops as deemed necessary
Work is conducted in a school bus environment with consideration toward equipment noise, student behaviors, confidentiality, and voice volume
The job is performed with the majority of time spent in a district vehicle and under temperature variations; a portion of the day may be time spent outdoors and is subject to a variety of changing weather conditions and potentially uneven/slippery surfaces.
Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members, and other concerned people regarding all aspects of the job-related activities
Sufficient strength and agility to:
Assist ill or physically impaired students to enter or exit a school bus through the passenger service door
Provide assistance to students in evacuating the bus in any accident or other emergency situation
Install tire chains and perform all pre-trip inspections as required by district practice
Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specifications
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to work overtime if needed
Exposed to fuel and vehicle fumes and moderate to loud vehicle noises
Operates school bus in all types of weather conditions
Requires ability to squat, bend, and reach
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
This position is part of Pubic School Employee's collective bargaining unit. The position of bus driver is up to five (5) days a week following the student calendar. Hours for this position to be determined by Supervisor. Salary and benefits as determined by the current collective bargaining agreement. Employee is required to complete all mandatory district trainings by specified deadlines.
EVALUATION PROCEDURES
Probationary period will be 90 days. Performance shall be evaluated annually according to Board and administrative policies and procedures.
Created: April 2017
Monroe School District