Bus Driver

Clyde Consolidated Independent School District; Clyde (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Clyde Consolidated Independent School District in Clyde, OH is seeking a dedicated school bus driver to operate a bus on assigned routes, ensuring safe boarding, riding, and exit procedures for students and authorized riders.

The role requires a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, completion of safety training, and the ability to pass DOT tests and a physical exam. You will use GPS/navigation tools and two-way radios to coordinate with the transportation office and campuses.

Qualifications

• Education/certification required: CDL with P and S endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age and able to pass DOT tests and annual physical.
• Ability to complete required bus safety training.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily on assigned route following schedules and to extracurricular activities.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain student safety and proper behavior aboard the bus.
• Instruct students on entering/exiting safely and supervise boarding.
• Report accidents, injuries, and mechanical problems with required reports.
• Operate and monitor two-way radio to communicate with transportation office.

Skills

Age 18+

DOT drug/alcohol testing

Safety training

Follow instructions

GPS navigation

Student management

Communication

Bus operation

Education

Commercial driver's license (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements

Tools

GPS device

Two-way radio

Job description

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate bus

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
• Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student's behavior when warranted.

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Maintain safety certification.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress