Bus Driver

Jefferson County Joint SD 251; Lewisville (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Joint SD 251 is seeking a School Bus Driver to ensure the safety and transportation of students to and from school. The ideal candidate must have a valid Class A or B CDL License with required endorsements and a commitment to maintaining student safety.

Responsibilities include conducting vehicle inspections and maintaining discipline among students while providing excellent service. This position adheres to state and federal employment laws, with evaluations conducted by the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A or B CDL License with required endorsements.
• Maintain criteria of D.O.T. physical and comply with testing requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school.
• Conduct daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Maintain student discipline on the bus.

Skills

CDL License with Air Brakes

Maintaining student safety

Effective communication with staff and students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Bus Driver

QUALIFICATIONS

• Class A or B CDL License with Air Brakes, School Bus(B), and Passenger(P) endorsements.
• Maintains criteria of D.O.T. physical for drivers. Comply with random testing requirements.
• Subject to an FBI Background check.
• Act to maintain student safety at all times.
• Attend and successfully complete 10 hours of required training annually.
• Meet district vehicle insurance qualifications. Maintain less than 9 points on your driving record.
• Insure the safety of all by following procedure and making intelligent decisions.
• Work professionally and effectively with staff, students, and the public.

REPORTS TO

Director of Transportation

NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB

Represent Jefferson School District Transportation Department in the daily transporting of students to and from school and all related functions. Assure the mission and philosophy of the district and department are supported throughout the position's area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize and follow all safety procedures.
• Perform daily pre & post trip inspections; document and report as required.
• Perform routine care for the bus; cleaning, and fueling. Report and document deficiencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information concerning students, staff, or parent/guardians in all situations.
• Operate and monitor radio at all times while driving and use proper radio communication procedures.
• Maintain student discipline on bus utilizing district discipline procedures, documents and reporting.
• Report every traffic violation as required by the Department of Transportation.
• Conduct and document two evacuations per year.
• Makes self available on varied schedule.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is an “at will” position in that the employer or employee may terminate employment at any time or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. The “employment at will” policy cannot be changed verbally or in writing, unless the change is specifically authorized in writing and expressly approved by the Board of Trustees of Jefferson School District 251.

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated by the Director of Transportation in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on the evaluation of classified personnel.