Activity Bus Driver

Sylvania; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a school bus driver with a valid CDL to transport students on designated routes. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with CDL manuals, and regular vehicle inspections.

You will work cooperatively with colleagues, maintain student discipline, and adhere to district policies, state and federal laws. Training and certifications such as First Aid/CPR are required, with opportunities for ongoing safety development.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of working independently.
• Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of procedures and legal requirements for safe school bus operation.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school transportation vehicle on designated routes following time schedules.
• Obeys all traffic laws and transportation practices.
• Maintains safe student behavior and discipline according to district policy.
• Performs safety inspections and ensures emergency exits are unobstructed.
• Operates wheelchair ramps and secures wheelchairs when necessary.
• Reports needed maintenance and safety concerns.
• Attends training and keeps CDL and First Aid/CPR certifications current.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license to operate a school bus
• Must possess basic first aid and CPR certification
• Must possess an excellent driving record and driving skills in compliance with division standards
• Must possess a good knowledge of procedures and federal/state laws governing the safe operation of a school bus prior
• Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to accurately and quickly learn, local street and road systems.
• Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to accurately and quickly learn, how to properly secure a wheelchair, car seat, and other restraining devices on a school bus.
• Must possess the ability to maintain student discipline and ensure that student behavior is not a distraction to safe driving.
• Must possess the ability to recognize and report any unsafe act or condition.
• Must remain in compliance with state/division regulations regarding the use of controlled substances and alcohol as applied to school bus drivers.
• Must meet the mandated physical and mental requirements established by the state and the US Department of Transportation

Skills/Aptitudes

Must be capable of working independently and possess the ability to understand and follow through on oral and written instructions. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively and positively with students, parents, and staff

Essential Job Responsibilities of Bus Driver

• Works cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior.
• Follows district policies and administrative rules and regulations.
• Follows District Code of Conduct policies.
• Maintains behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.
• Maintains a suitable personal appearance as it relates to position.
• Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops
• Obeys all traffic laws and transportation practices as outlined in the CDL manual, School Board Policy and local ordinances
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses and keeps all emergency exits clear of obstructions.
• May operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus
• Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed
• Exercises responsible leadership and appropriate behavior when on out-of-division school trips.
• Maintains order and proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority and compiles written reports as requested in accordance with district policy
• Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily
• Returns the bus to the assigned bus lot, performs a final inspection, and secures the bus according to procedures.
• Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary
• Services buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary fills tires and batteries
• Performs periodical safety drills as required by law; completing necessary reports upon request
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition
• Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts
• Attends various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required
• Participates in all required training.
• Maintains a commercial driver’s license as required by the State Department of Transportation and maintains Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification.
• Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children
• Operates a two-way radio
• Washes bus as needed
• Other duties as assigned.