Bus Driver

Maricopa Unified School District; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District bus driver positions are open to qualified applicants. The role includes transporting students to and from school and related activities, assisting with safe boarding and seating, maintaining order on the bus, and completing required paperwork daily.

Minimum qualifications include 21 years of age, a high school diploma or GED, a valid CDL Class B with required endorsements, and ability to pass drug testing and a fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School diploma or GED.
• CDL Class B license with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement.
• Pass random drug testing.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and related activities.
• Assist students with safety belts and getting on and off the bus safely.
• Maintain good student conduct on the bus.
• Record violations of the student code and submit to school office.
• Inspect the bus and related equipment, report concerns or unsafe conditions.
• Ensure the bus is clean and operating correctly on a daily basis.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately.
• Work a split shift/flexible hours and assist with field trips and activity trips as needed.
• Possibly work in extreme desert temperatures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Maricopa Unified School District #20

Human Resources

44150 West Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway

Maricopa, Arizona 85138

520.568.5100 - main number

520.568.5151 - fax number

Title: Bus Driver

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Terms of Employment: Non-Exempt

Salary: Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To transport children to and from school or other locations.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES: (essential functions)

• Transport students to and from school and related activities as dictated by the activity.
• Assist students with safety belts and getting on and off the bus safely as needed.
• Maintains good student conduct on the bus.
• Records violations of the student code and submit to school office.
• Inspects the bus and related equipment, reports concerns or unsafe conditions to the vehicle maintenance personnel. Follows regulations for breakdowns and/or emergencies.
• Ensures the bus is clean and operating correctly on a routine daily basis.
• Completes daily-required paperwork accurately.
• Ability to work a split shift/flexible hours. Available for other required duties such as field trips and activity trips (day and evening) as needed.
• Ability to work in extreme desert temperatures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Knowledge of district rules of conduct.
• Knowledge of safe driving techniques.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal policies and laws relative to pupil transportation.
• Knowledge of the principles of transportation of special needs students.
• Skill in driving commercial vehicles.
• Skill in performing First Aid and CPR.
• Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School diploma or GED. Must possess or be willing to train for and obtain a CDL Class B. Must be able to pass random drug testing. Bilingual preferred. Valid Arizona IVP Fringerprint Clearance Card.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

Class B Commercial Driver’s License, Passenger and School Bus Endorsement, School Bus Certification, and C.P.R. and First Aid.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To Scouting America And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Title IX Coordinator

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Email:[e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number:520-568-5100