Bus Driver

Douglas County School District; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 35,459 - 46,122; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation of students to and from schools. The role requires a Commercial Driver's License, First Aid/CPR Certification, and a high school education or equivalent. Responsibilities include performing vehicle safety inspections, conducting annual tests, and monitoring student conduct. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and eligibility for various benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Responsible for the transportation of students to and from schools and various District activities.
• Ability to clear an exit door that is 42 inches from the ground.
• Frequent lifting of fifty (50) pounds.

Responsibilities

• Pass annual pre and post ride checks with required paperwork.
• Perform daily pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Transport and/or assist with monitoring all School District student ridership.

Skills

Commercial Drivers License - Colorado

First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Bus Driver

Job Description

Responsible for the transportation of students to and from schools and in various other District activities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Frequent lifting of fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent overhead reaching and lifting of twenty (20) pounds
• Constant sitting
• Frequent standing, walking, squatting, stooping, and climbing
• Ability to clear an exit door that is 42 inches from the ground

Responsibilities

• Pass annual pre and post ride checks with required paperwork.
• Pass annual CDE test.
• Perform daily pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle. Service vehicle as required.
• Driver must be able and willing to drive any bus type within the school district.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Attend training programs, meetings, and in-service days as required by the District or the state.
• Report all accidents/incidents immediately to transportation management or appropriate authorities.
• Maintain student conduct that ensures the safety of all students.
• Transport and/or assist with monitoring all School District student ridership including special education students with moderate to severe needs and challenging or emotional difficulties on school buses.

Certifications

• Commercial Drivers License - Colorado
• First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Position Details

• Position Type: Regular
• Primary Location: Variable Location Employee - Multiple Terminals
• One Year Only: No
• Scheduled Hours Per Week: 35
• FTE: 0.88
• Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 184 work days

Salary

• Minimum Hire Rate: $25.74 USD Hourly
• Maximum Hire Rate: $33.48 USD Hourly
• Full Salary Range: $25.74 USD - $41.22 USD Hourly

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.