Bus Driver

pvre7; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,858 - 37,691; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Colorado is seeking a Bus Driver responsible for safely transporting students and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The position requires a clean driving record, a high school diploma, and a Class B CDL license. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and pass a background check. The starting salary ranges from $22.40 to $27.36 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age as per Colorado Department of Education.
• Must submit proof of physical examination for CDL.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of school bus and manage student discipline.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Assist in cleaning and fueling buses as needed.
• Report route hazards to the Transportation Director.

Skills

Clean driving record

Class B CDL license with Passenger (P), School Bus (S), and M (Restriction) endorsements

Valid Standard First Aid card

Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Bus Driver

Position: This opening is for a bus driver. The driver will be responsible for driving a school route in the morning and afternoon, activity trips during the week and on weekends, summer school, in addition to other duties as assigned. Must have a clean driving record and pass pre‑employment testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Possess or acquire and maintain at least a class B CDL license with Passenger (P), School Bus (S), and M (Restriction) endorsements.
• Be a minimum of 21 years of age as required by the Colorado Department of Education.
• Possess or acquire a valid Standard First Aid card or higher.
• Have on file in the Administration Office proof of a physical examination as required for a CDL Driver's License.
• Must submit to mandatory random drug and alcohol testing and pass a minimum annual background check through the Federal Clearinghouse.

Terms of Employment

• Notice of Assignment shall be from time starting employment and according to the school calendar.
• Compensation and leave benefits will be according to the adopted Classified Salary Schedule. Beginning range for 2024-2025 School Year is $22.40 - $27.36 based on prior experience.
• Those new to the district are required to go through a background check as per board policy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Bus Driver shall perform duties necessary to ensure safe and responsible operation of the school bus including driving, student discipline, updated student and route records, October 1 count records, and activity trip records.
• The Bus Driver shall perform a pre/post‑trip inspection of assigned bus and report any maintenance needs to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor immediately.
• The Bus Driver shall be responsible for assisting in the cleaning, disinfecting, and washing of all buses as requested by the Head Fleet Mechanic.
• The Bus Driver shall be responsible for fueling vehicles as requested by the Head Fleet Mechanic.
• The Bus Driver shall report all route hazards to the Transportation Director.
• The Bus Driver shall comply with all state regulations governing the operation of a school transportation vehicle and district policy if it is more stringent.
• The Bus Driver shall comply with district regulations as specified in the "Bus Driver and Activity Handbook" provided by the District.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Head Fleet Mechanic or CFO/COO.

Apply online @ www.pvre7.org
Position open until filled
Salary Schedules available at https://tinyurl.com/awuys4a8
Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity
In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Platte Valley School District, Weld Re‑7 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.

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