Bus Driver

Ocotillo Elementary School

Garfield Heights (OH)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 33,062

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Driver’s license reimbursement

Job summary

Washington Elementary School District 6 Transportation is seeking bus personnel to transport students, conduct pre‑trip inspections, and ensure a safe, orderly ride. You will handle student behavior, assist with field trips, and maintain buses according to district policy.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid within 30 days, and AZ CDL plus AZ Driver’s License. IVP fingerprint clearance is also required. This is a full/part‑time transportation position based in Glendale, AZ.

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED prior to hire.
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire.
AZ CDL and AZ Driver’s License must be valid at hire.
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

Transport students to and from school, including field trips.
Perform pre-trip inspections and monitor bus safety and cleanliness.
Maintain student discipline and document incidents as needed.
Follow routes and safety procedures; communicate with school and parents when needed.

Skills

Traffic laws

Vehicle safety

Defensive driving

Bus operation

Hazard response

Disciplinary procedures

Child safety

Route adherence

Communication skills

Technology use

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AZ CDL license

AZ Driver’s License

AZ IVP FPCC clearance

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Washington Elementary School District 6 Transportation

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the incumbent transports students to and from school, conducts pre‑trip inspections of buses, ensures buses are safe and presentable, maintains discipline, and prepares incident documents when appropriate.

Essential Functions

Provides transportation for students to and from school including driving through neighborhoods, congested traffic and on major streets while practicing defensive driving methods. Assesses emergency breakdowns by determining problem and when to call office for assistance.
Identifies fluid leaks, inadequate air brakes, cooling and heating problems, electrical problems, and other possible bus problems that are conspicuous.
Clears the bus including floors, seats, windows, exterior, and disposing of trash.
Maintains order on the bus according to state law and district policy by monitoring student behavior, using the public announcement system, keeping records of all warnings and preparing behavior incident documentation when appropriate. Attends conferences with principals and parents when behavior becomes an ongoing problem.
Performs special assignments including driving for field trips in town/state or out of state and transporting special needs students requiring special accommodations.
Performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to being hired.
Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within 30 days of hire.
Valid First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.
Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver’s License prior to hire.
Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

Preferred Qualifications

One year operating a school bus.
One year of bus maintenance experience.
Valid passenger (P) endorsement.
Valid Department of Transportation physical.
Proficiency in English and another target language.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Understanding traffic laws.
Applying vehicle safety.
Applying defensive driving methods.
Operating a bus.
Identifying and responding to hazardous situations.
Applying school disciplinary procedures.
Maintaining safe environment for children.
School rules, policies and disciplinary steps.
Making minor bus repairs as indicated in the essential duties.
Following established routes for student pick‑up and drop‑off.
Using computer software related programs.
Engaging and encouraging communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc.

Physical Requirements

The employee must regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; sometimes taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

The employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Position Type and Compensation

Position Type: Full & Part‑time

Salary: $20 to $24 per hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

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