School Bus Driver

Applitrack; Newfoundland; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a school bus driver to operate assigned routes within Newfoundland and Labrador. You will be responsible for transporting students safely and maintaining orderly conduct on the bus, following district policies and state/federal laws.

Applicants must hold a CDL B with Airbrake, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements, meet MDE education requirements, and maintain a valid FMCSA Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Qualifications

• CDL B license with Airbrake, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements.
• Must meet all educational requirements of the MDE.
• FMCSA Medical Examiner's Certificate current.

Responsibilities

• Drive assigned school bus routes safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and follow district policies and federal laws.
• Maintain communication with staff, parents, and students; manage student safety on board.
• Under supervision of Transportation Director.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Stress tolerance

Physical fitness

Education

CDL B license requirements per MDE

Job description

• Must have and maintain CDL B license with Airbrake, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements. Must meet all of the educational requirements of the MDE. Must have current FMCSA Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing per DOT regulations.
• Previous school bus driving experience necessary.
• The ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff and the public.
• Ability to tolerate stressful situations.
• Able to understand and have empathy for children and persons with disability.
• Must be able to meet physical demands of the position with or without reasonable accommodation; including, among others, lifting or moving 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to read, reason and follow written and verbal instructions.
• The driver person shall be under the general direction of and responsible to the Transportation Director.
• Shall drive an assigned route in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for transportation of students; including all responsibilities connected to operating a school bus per all applicable district policies and state/federal laws.
• Ability to relate to and work with parents, students, and other staff members.
• Conduct all pre-trip inspections as required.
• Follow and successfully respond to district rules and regulations.
• Ability to manage and maintain all students on a bus in a calm and safe manner.
• Shall perform all other duties necessary of a bus driver as directed by the Superintendent of Schools and the Transportation Director.