Bus Assistant

National Express LTD; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

National Express LTD is seeking a Bus Assistant who will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students while they are transported to their destination. The successful candidate will assist drivers, monitor student conduct, and ensure a safe, clean environment aboard the bus. This full-time entry-level position offers opportunities for professional development and a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Holiday pay

PTO accrual

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass physical and medical requirements.
• Ability to work well with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with entering and exiting the bus safely.
• Monitor safety regulations and student conduct.
• Help students in case of emergency evacuation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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National Express companies share a strong commitment to providing the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service, and positive employee relations. Our corporate headquarters, located in Lisle, Illinois, houses the administrative and corporate support functions for the organization. Our 250 local customer service centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America. Learn more at nellc.com.

To support the safe and reliable transportation of students by assisting the bus driver with the movement, management, and care of students while they are being transported to an assigned destination, as well as when they are boarding or leaving the vehicle.

Responsibilities Include

• Assist students with entering or exiting the bus in a safe manner.
• Seat students safely using needed seat belts, car seats, or wheelchair restraints, etc.
• Serve as a role model for students in demonstrating a positive attitude, good moral character, and integrity.
• Monitor passengers at all times to ensure safety regulations and student conduct rules are followed.
• Exercise student management through communication and discipline per Company policy.
• Document and report any violations or conduct concerns to the appropriate authority.
• Physically assist passengers in evacuating the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Ensure that children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus.
• Assist the Driver in keeping the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
• Complete all required paperwork and submit to the appropriate employee/department in a timely manner.
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel; always promoting company goodwill.
• Present a neat and professional appearance at all times.
• Report to duty on time and perform all responsibilities in a safe manner.
• Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements Include

• Must be at least 18 years of age; for New York School Bus Assistants, must be at least 19 years of age per state law.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training and attend safety meetings and in-service meetings to remain qualified.
• Must have a high degree of attention to detail and considerable dexterity to safely use various types of restraints, secure wheelchairs, etc.
• Ability to relate to and work well with children.
• Ability to maintain effective pupil behavior management.
• High level of professionalism and diplomacy skills to work with students, fellow employees, parents, and school district personnel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist students when necessary.

Company name is: Durham School Services.

We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Employees can enroll in a retirement savings plan. The pay rate varies by location, market, and position.

At National Express, we aim to be a diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

National Express LLC's subsidiaries and affiliates are equal employment opportunity (EEO) employers.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Distribution and Supply Chain

Industries

• Truck Transportation