Bus Driver

Central School District 13J; Independence (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Independence, Oregon, seeks a Bus Driver to safely transport students. Responsibilities include conducting emergency drills, supervising passengers, and performing safety inspections. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and be able to obtain a Bus Driver’s License and CDL. This role demands physical readiness and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Needs to know state transportation policies and procedures.
• Must pass a physical capacity test.

Responsibilities

• Drive school buses to transport students safely.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills.
• Supervise students during transit.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Knowledge of safety practices

Knowledge of transportation policies

Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Bus Driver’s License

CDL

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior.
2. Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents, and/or potential emergency situations.
3. Assists students and other passengers loading and unloading from buses in both emergency and normal transportation.
4. Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior.
5. Conducts emergency evacuation drills.
6. Drives school bus(es).
7. Fuels assigned vehicle.
8. Informs other school personnel, parents, etc., of events and/or practices.
9. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure the safety of the bus.
10. Prepares documents and reports.
11. Reports observations and/or incidents according to policies and procedures.
12. Responds to inquiries from students, parents, other school personnel, etc.
13. Supervises students and other passengers during transit.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

1. High school diploma.
2. Knowledge of state and district transportation policies and procedures.
3. Knowledge of safety practices and emergency evacuation procedures related to transportation.
4. Ability to consistently lift 40 pounds.
5. Ability to obtain a Bus Driver’s License and CDL.
6. Clearance of pre-employment drug screening.
7. Clearance of pre-employment physical.
8. Clearance of criminal justice fingerprinting and background check.
9. Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
10. Ability to pass physical capacity test.